FJI - Columns

The dark sweet rises: Why movie concession stands should reconsider dark chocolate

Anita Watts, FJI Concessions Editor — Tue, 15 May 2012 12:56:00 EDT

Dark chocolate continues to grow in the confectionary world. Some would say this is thanks to the continued praise of its health benefits and others would say it is because the palate for dark chocolate has grown.

'One Day on Earth' has global screenings

Andreas Fuchs — Thu, 10 May 2012 04:36:00 EDT

With no immediate news to link ShowCanada to this column, let’s start this month’s European column with an update of global proportions.

Advertising on the rise at Thai cinemas

Scott Rosenberg — Thu, 10 May 2012 04:33:00 EDT

Niti Pattanapakdee, general manager at Major CineAd, a subsidiary of Major Cineplex Group (Thailand's largest cinema chain), reported to The Nation newspaper that in-theatre advertising in Thailand will increase at least 15% this year, based on positive first-quarter earnings.

Independent Cinemas Association honors digital cinema allies

David Pearce — Thu, 10 May 2012 04:30:00 EDT

The Independent Cinemas Association of Australasia (ICAA) just ended its annual conference, which this year was held at the Dendy Cinemas in Sydney.

Judging high-frame-rate technology

Thu, 10 May 2012 04:28:00 EDT

Technology is changing so rapidly in the motion picture arena that keeping up with it is nearly a full-time job.

The right mix: Product diversity equals shared margins

Anita Watts, FJI Concessions Editor — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 11:59:00 EDT

The cinema industry has greatly expanded its food offering over the past five years, diversified the product mix, and changed the consumer experience.

Silent treatment: Non-verbal cues send strong messages

Keith Wiedenkeller, Senior VP, Human Resources, AMC Entertainment Inc. — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 11:54:00 EDT

So I’m watching this year’s Best Picture (again) and it strikes me that this film may also deserve an award for “Best Example of Effective Non-verbal Communication.”

All eyes on Amsterdam's EYE

Andreas Fuchs — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 05:05:00 EDT

On April 5, the EYE Film Institute Netherlands celebrated the opening of its spectacular new quarters within Amsterdam.

MPAA's Chris Dodd addresses Indian conference

Scott Rosenberg — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 04:59:00 EDT

Senator Chris Dodd, chairman and CEO of the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA), delivered the keynote address at India’s 2012 FICCI Frames (Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry) in Mumbai, India, on March 14.

Rediscovering a lost 1930 Technicolor gem

David Pearce — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 04:54:00 EDT

It often takes international cooperation to get a film made, or restored in the present day.

The kids are back

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 04:52:00 EDT

Just months ago, everyone was questioning the viability of younger audiences showing up at the cinema.

Beverage of choice: Wine or cocktails, anyone?

Anita Watts, FJI Concessions Editor — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 01:36:00 EDT

The concept of serving alcohol in the movie theatre is not new. The bar at the Alamo Drafthouse, for example, has been around for ten years.

Digital dominates Berlin International Film Festival

Andreas Fuchs — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 02:53:00 EDT

The 2012 Berlin International Film Festival presented a total of 659 screenings in DCP formats, as well as 627 in 35mm film and some 1,100 in diverse video formats on over 50 different screens across the city.

Turkish production on the rise

Scott Rosenberg — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 01:28:00 EDT

The new hot spot for shooting TV shows and commercials as well as feature films is Turkey. In order to stimulate the domestic film industry, the Turkish government implemented an incentive package in 2004.

Australia celebrates its Oscar winners

David Pearce — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 01:23:00 EDT

The Academy Award season is almost as big Down Under as in the U.S. During February, most of the nominated films are showing here and making full use of the wide media coverage.

Why wait for summer?

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 01:22:00 EDT

A plethora of films has made Hollywood rethink their release strategies and move some potential blockbusters to March, and to this point the strategy has definitely paid off.

Commodities and cinemas: Oil, corn and sugar prices impact the concession stand

Anita Watts, FJI Concessions Editor — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 12:07:00 EST

At the beginning of every year, I like to look at the consumer price index forecast to get a feel for what my annual grocery bill is going to look like.

HHI TimeLab showcases 'ultimate immersive experience'

Andreas Fuchs — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 12:26:00 EST

2020 3D Media invited festivalgoers to “live the ultimate immersive experience” of tomorrow...

Thailand's Goldenduck surfaces as major cinema technology company

Scott Rosenberg — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 12:04:00 EST

I recently had the opportunity to spend time with Goldenduck’s Sittiporn Srisanguansakul...

Director Stephan Elliott confronts his critic

David Pearce — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 11:30:00 EST

The 2012 Australian Academy film awards will be remembered less for the winner of Best Film (Red Dog), than for the barb that film director Stephan Elliott delivered to film critic Jim Schembri...