The New York Times – Film:
The original animated film took in $29.5 million at the box office, by far the worst opening in Pixar’s three-decade history. “The Flash,” from Warner Bros., also struggled.
Author: Brooks Barnes
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Golden Globes Are Sold and Hollywood Foreign Press Is No More
The New York Times – Film:
After a series of ethics, finance and diversity scandals, the embattled awards show will continue but the group that was behind it for decades will not.
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Universal Says On-Demand Film Strategy Has Increased Audience
The New York Times – Film:
The studio let viewers rent or buy movies earlier for a higher price. This made more than $1 billion in less than three years, with nearly no decrease in box-office sales.
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The Man Reimagining Disney Classics for Today’s World
The New York Times – Film:
Sean Bailey is in charge of live-action remakes of films like “The Little Mermaid.” It’s a job that puts him in the middle of a partisan divide.
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DeSantis Lawyers Ask Judge in Disney Case to Recuse Himself
The New York Times – Travel:
They argued that Judge Mark E. Walker’s comments in two unrelated proceedings displayed a bias toward the company.
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Disney Argues New Florida Law Nullifies DeSantis-Backed Suit
The New York Times – Travel:
The company wants a state court case involving development at Disney World dismissed, saying actions by the Florida governor and his allies made it moot.
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Disney’s Losses From Streaming Narrowed in the Last Quarter
The New York Times – Travel:
Progress in cutting streaming costs was offset by worsening results for Disney’s traditional television channels.
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DeSantis Signs Into Law Latest Wrinkle in Disney Feud
The New York Times – Travel:
The bill would allow approved development agreements for Walt Disney World to be voided. The company has already sued the governor over the issue.
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Writers, Seeking Pay Change for the Streaming Era, Prepare to Strike
The New York Times – Film:
In the 16 years since the entertainment industry’s last strike, sweeping technological change has upended the television and movie business.