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Off The Break Podcast

Current Movie Theater News, Operations, And Insights From The People That Book The Movies. Each week Codi, Ken and Kyle breakdown the latest distribution and box office trends, while offering unique and fun perspectives on the current industry news that only exhibitors and those who have to deal with them can appreciate!

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30:06

OTB #283: Where Movies Rank In Terms Of Modern Culture

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2024/05/10

Codi, Kyle and Ken discover a new study that majority of audiences want 90 minute movies. They discuss why the 90 minute movie is perfect for theaters, but also ask why audiences spend their money on long movies despite this study's findings? They also have a few choice words to say about Jerry Seinfeld's thoughts on movies in current culture and give new advice on The Fall Guy after it's disappointing opening.

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21:34

OTB #282: The Fall Guy Could Be A Beautiful Start To...

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2024/05/03

The Fall Guy has a lot to offer for audiences, so could it be possible that this opens bigger than anticipated? Kyle gives his thoughts on the movie and how his audience responded to it. Ken and Kyle also shed light on an upcoming Bleecker Street movie called Ezra, while Codi and Kyle get nerdy about the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

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42:41

OTB #281: What Are Key Elements To Bringing Back...

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2024/04/19

Ken and Kyle got to see Amazon & MGM's upcoming tennis drama Challengers, and give their two cents on whether it's a playable title for all movie theaters or not. But before that, Codi and Ken give their thoughts on how this year's CinemaCon was. The three hosts also play catch up on how the April box office has been going after missing two weeks. Plus, a debate about what elements are needed to get families to see older kids movies at a theater.

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31:13

OTB #280: What Should Movie Theaters Make Of A24's...

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2024/03/29

As we get closer to Civil War's April release, questions are rumbling from movie theaters about what to expect from it due to its subject matter. Fortunately, Ken and Kyle got to see the movie early, and discuss what the movie is about and what theaters should expect from it. With Codi back in the studio, the three of them also talk about IMAX planning on showing the opening ceremony of the summer Olympics.

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28:07

OTB #279: A New Potential Buyer Has Entered The...

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2024/03/22

Kyle and Ken hold down the fort for Codi while we is away, so it's up to them to "celebrate" the 5 year anniversary of the Disney-Fox merger. It was also a busy week for the industry as they released 6 new trailers, so Kyle and Ken go over which movies show a lot of promise for the rest of 2024. They also discuss who the potential new buyer is for Paramount Pictures, and Kyle gives his thoughts on the upcoming movies Arcadian and Boy Kills World.

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39:01

OTB #278: Cinemark Remarks On Hollywood Trending Back...

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2024/03/15

For the first time (in a long time), Codi, Kyle and Ken talk about a very good Oscars show, along with the satisfying results. They also give their two cents on recent comments by the Cinemark CEO on how the industry will shape out in 2025. Plus, they celebrate great results from the first half of March, while giving insights towards the future from releases such as Monkey Man and The Fall Guy.

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33:08

OTB #277: Why Hasn't Dune 3 Been Announced Yet? Plus,...

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2024/03/08

Now that it's officially been 4 years since America was shut down by the pandemic, Ken creates a new strategy in order to have the podcast hosts put it behind them for good. He, Codi and Kyle discuss the great opening of Dune Part 2, but question why a third movie hasn't been announced yet. Plus, in honor of the Oscars coming this weekend, the OTB Podcast awards come back for its second year with all new categories!

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27:01

OTB #276: What Our Expectations Are For The Opening...

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2024/03/01

After a rough few months, the hosts of the podcast are over the moon for Dune Part 2 opening this weekend. The three of them bring their predictions for what the opening gross could be, and how things could play out in its entire theatrical run. Codi and Kyle also discuss Lionsgate making a live-action movie of the anime, Naruto, while Ken wishes he could be anywhere else to avoid the nerd talk.

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27:34

OTB #275: Another Part Of The Hollywood Industry Is...

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2024/02/23

We are just days away from the release of Dune Part 2, which will bring the industry's mood back up after weeks of underwhelming movies. But that doesn't mean everything is perfect, after Kyle and Ken take note of IATSE (International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees) starting to hint at a possible strike. Kyle also gives his thoughts on Drive-Away Dolls and an upcoming April release called Sasquatch Sunset.

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35:43

OTB #274: Did Regal Theaters Shorten The Amount Of...

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2024/02/16

Kyle informs Codi and Ken that Regal has been playing less trailers than usual at their theaters, so speculating begins on if other chains will follow. Kyle also gives a quick review of the upcoming horror movie Immaculate, while also addressing his disappointment with Lisa Frankenstein's box office. The three also discuss the new trailers that came from the Super Bowl.

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29:30

OTB #273: Dune Part Two Could Be More Successful Than...

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2024/02/09

The hosts have noticed some theaters being unsure of playing Dune Part 2 at their theaters, so they break down the reasons why it will perform better than the previous movie. They also talk about the surprise announcement of Moana 2 and if studios may be scheming to sign AI companies rather than sue them.

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28:35

OTB #272: Streaming Stays Rigid In Its Release...

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2024/02/02

Kyle gives a glowing review of American Fiction, which emphasizes that now is the time to be playing the movie in theaters after it received many Academy Award nominations. On top of that, he, Codi and Ken bring up stories of filmmakers like Doug Liman and Jordan Peele, who go the extra mile in supporting theatrical exhibition over streaming.

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32:27

OTB #271: Which Of This Year's Oscar Nominees Will...

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2024/01/26

Codi, Kyle, and Ken are usually not fans of the Oscars, but there could be one or two titles from their recently announced nominees that could benefit movie theaters. Codi and Ken also take a moment to discuss why there are so many re-releases of previously released films this month and the annoyances that come with booking them. Kyle also gives shout outs to under the radar gems that theaters may want to book.

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46:03

OTB #270: Tom Cruise Is Making Sure Warner Bros....

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2024/01/10

Codi, Kyle and Ken talk about Tom Cruise and his production company moving onto the Warner Bros. lot to develop original movies and franchises for movie theaters. Speaking of Warner Bros, they made a few changes on the release schedule that could lead to shake ups in the first quarter of 2024. The podcast crew also discusses the news of National Popcorn Day coming January 19th, and the problem with Star Wars currently.

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32:40

OTB #269: Will 2024 See Positive Changes From 2023's...

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2024/01/05

After coming back from the Christmas break, Kyle gets to gush to Ken over how amazing The Iron Claw is. And the both of them arrive into the New Year celebrating the success that came from the Christmas box office, which could be an indicator on how the industry will progress forward. They also speak about a film company's CEO's comments on its current state and how dead on the money he was.

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30:26

OTB #268: Is A Merger Looming Between Warner Bros....

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2023/12/22

Codi, Kyle and Ken celebrate the end of the year by looking forward in the first quarter of 2024 for what the best movies could be for theaters, as well as talk about what changes in behavior there could be for moviegoers. They also have to keep the sky from falling as they bring up the rumors of Warner Bros. and Paramount Pictures potentially merging.

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29:05

OTB #267: What Is Letterboxd And Could Theaters Use...

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2023/12/15

Movie theaters are now voicing their opinions on the intermission debate as they give great points and bring in data showing audiences would be on board with the idea. Also, Kyle teaches Codi and Ken about the hip new app Letterboxd, and how movie theaters could benefit from using it themselves.

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30:00

OTB #266: Pixar's Streaming Casualties Are Coming To...

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2023/12/08

Codi, Kyle and Ken discuss what this means for Disney after announcing Pixar's pandemic movies are releasing to theaters. They also give information on Fathom Event's new way of getting their events booked and whether it's a smart idea or not.

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51:41

OTB #265: Are Movie Theaters Banking On Aquaman 2's...

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2023/12/01

Codi, Kyle and Ken rejoice at the successful Thanksgiving weekend as it leads to speculation that maybe the movie theater industry is returning to an older formula. They also question if movie theaters are relying too much on Aquaman 2 when evidence shows the superhero genre is not what it once was.

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58:36

OTB #264: The Looney Tunes Make Us Question Our Right...

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2023/11/17

In typical Looney Tunes fashion, they caused quite a stir between Hollywood and the US Government. Codi, Kyle and Ken discuss how a finished Looney Tunes movie nearly became unreleased due to Hollywood accounting, and the ethical merits surrounding the ordeal. There is also good news about Dune Part II, and healthy debates over today's action stars and how The Holdovers will perform.

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