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What a great article with lots of valuable advice in the telling of Joe's story. I quote: "The best thing I have learned is to always assume good intentions from your co-workers. " Sound advice!😃

What does this landmark deal signal?  🎥🚀 In an $8 billion deal, Skydance has acquired Paramount, the iconic giant behind film and TV studios, Paramount+, CBS, and channels like Nickelodeon and MTV. This landmark move positions Skydance’s founder and CEO, David Ellison, as the leader of a newly valued $28 billion 'New Paramount' venture. 📈 🖥️ The future looks promising, with plans to reinvigorate Paramount and CBS brands while boosting investment in digital platforms. Skydance's note to the press emphasized their focus on enhancing profitability and accelerating growth in the gaming sector. Their roster includes exciting projects like Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra and new Star Wars games. 🎮✨ This transition marks the end of an era for Paramount Global, one of Hollywood’s most storied companies. As the industry evolves, the fusion of Skydance's innovative spirit with Paramount's rich heritage promises a dynamic future. What are your thoughts on this transformative deal? Drop your comments below where I also included a link to the article! 👇 #Hollywood #Media #ContentIsKing #DigitalTransformation

Warner Bros. Discovery reported disappointing quarterly earnings, down 10% in shares, primarily due to underperforming movies like #TheColorPurple and #Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. Q4 revenue was $10.28B, below the estimated $10.35B, with a loss of 16 cents per share, exceeding the expected 7 cents loss. Despite challenges in the film sector, the direct-to-consumer segment, including streaming, saw a 3% revenue increase to $2.53B. Free cash flow rose 33% to $3.31B. However, concerns persist about the company's long-term growth, leading to a 24% year-to-date decline in shares, closing at $8.61 on Friday. #BoycottWBD #FireJamesGunn #WarnerBrosDiscovery #DCComics #DCUniverse #WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery reported disappointing quarterly earnings, down 10% in shares, primarily due to underperforming movies like #TheColorPurple and #Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. Q4 revenue was $10.28B, below the estimated $10.35B, with a loss of 16 cents per share, exceeding the expected 7 cents loss. Despite challenges in the film sector, the direct-to-consumer segment, including streaming, saw a 3% revenue increase to $2.53B. Free cash flow rose 33% to $3.31B. However, concerns persist about the company's long-term growth, leading to a 24% year-to-date decline in shares, closing at $8.61 on Friday. #BoycottWBD #FireJamesGunn #WarnerBrosDiscovery #DCComics #DCUniverse #WBD

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Barbenheimer emerged as a powerhouse in both zeitgeist and box office revenue, but it was the unexpected success of Illumination 'The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ that truly stole the show as the most lucrative movie of 2023, per Deadline Hollywood. Congrats Sam, J-T Ladt, and team. With LuckyChap Entertainment’s Barbie (well done Ynon, Robbie, Lisa, Kevin), Sony Pictures Entertainment ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’, Paramount Pictures ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem’, and Universal Pictures Oppenheimer rounding out the top five. From a studio perspective, NBCUniversal asserted its dominance with three entries in the top 10, including 'Oppenheimer' and 'The Super Mario Bros. Movie', along with Blumhouse 'Fifty Nights at Freddy’s'. However, with a keen eye on this year's pipeline and current digital signal trends, it's evident that The Walt Disney Company is poised for a significant shift in the top 10 rank hierarchy. With a stronger position and a wealth of highly anticipated releases, Disney is primed to make waves. #media #boxoffice #entertainmentindustry #disney #paramount #warnerbros #nbcuniversal

One of the most challenging projects we faced is about to... air! Here are some numbers (and still counting) to understand how crucial Mnemonica has been in connecting all the dots of #production and #postproduction over the past year of work on Roland Emmerich's Those About to Die: - 270k uploaded files - 20 TB of total stored media - 17 TB of downloaded data - 430k watermarks burned in - 586 screening rooms - 285 users Without any issue. We hope that NBCUniversal, Peacock, Centropolis Entertainment, HOLLYWOOD GANG PRODUCTIONS, INC., and 10th Street Entertainment people felt at home on Mnemonica for all their review & approval and file transfer needs. It is a great honor for us to contribute worldwide to the success of gargantuan-proportion productions like this. It confirms the reliability of our technology, which can be the perfect partner for both small #indies and big #studio shows to keep and share valuable content easily and in total #security. What's next? #RolandEmmerich #ThoseAboutToDie #ComingSoon

Alexis Ohanian Sr. recently highlighted a pivotal shift in the entertainment landscape, suggesting we turn our focus towards sports and theatre. In an era where AI is reshaping industries, cable is declining, and box office numbers falter, the core of entertainment remains: people crave authentic stories and characters to support. Like Ohanian, I see a significant opportunity for sports and theatre to fill this evolving demand. Streamers are already capitalizing on live sports, with initiatives like Ohanian's ATHLOS gaining traction, and global events like the Olympics keeping viewers on the edge of their seats. Meanwhile, Broadway's innovative productions, such as "Oh Mary," and Disney's latest announcements at D23, signal a vibrant future for theatre. As a former sports broadcaster and musical theater enthusiast, I’m thrilled about the potential transformations in these industries. It's a fascinating time for storytellers and audiences alike! #EntertainmentIndustry #Storytelling #LiveSports #Broadway #DigitalTransformation #FutureOfEntertainment

💰 After a few years of limiting content to their own platforms, studios are once again eyeing off lucrative licensing deals. According to Ampere Anand, The Walt Disney Company has the most shows that meet the following criteria of having 'licensing power': - The show has completed their first run - There are at least 3 seasons - It is a scripted format - The show is of US origin - It maintains consumer engagement measured with Ampere’s Popularity Score For example, shows like Sons of Anarchy and Buffy the Vampire Slayer fit this criteria. Paramount comes in second with 72 shows including Hawaii Five-0 and Star Trek: The Next Generation. Warner Bros. Discovery lands in third with 54 shows including The Sopranos and The Wire. NBCUniversal is in fourth with 47 shows including the huge The Office. Source: https://lnkd.in/d3yYNxAh

Disney’s New Snow White Trailer Disaster? How Strategic Moves Could Save the Film from Total Ruin! The recent Snow White live-action trailer has garnered a mixed response, with much of the feedback leaning negative. However, there are several strategies that could effectively counter these criticisms. Implementing targeted persuasion campaigns could mitigate the negative impact of the current trailer, which, if left unaddressed, might lead to the film's failure and substantial financial losses for Disney. First, many viewers are concerned about the film’s deviation from the original story. To mitigate this, emphasizing elements that stay true to the classic could create a sense of continuity and reassure fans. Nostalgia is powerful, so incorporating familiar visuals, music, and iconic lines from the original could position the new version as an extension rather than a replacement of the beloved story. Casting choices and character portrayals have sparked considerable debate. Leveraging endorsements from respected industry figures could add credibility to these decisions, making them more acceptable to audiences. It’s likely there were valid reasons for these casting choices that fans aren’t fully aware of. By emphasizing the actors' qualities that align with what fans expect and showcasing these attributes in thoughtfully selected scenes that truly capture the characters' essence, concerns could be further alleviated. The modernization of the story has divided opinion. Demonstrating that a diverse audience appreciates these updates through social proof can help normalize and validate the changes. Additionally, framing the updates as necessary evolutions to keep the story relevant for today’s viewers can make them more acceptable, positioning them as enhancements rather than deviations. Concerns about visual effects and CGI quality can be addressed by highlighting the meticulous work involved in creating these effects, adding a sense of exclusivity and value. If improvements are made, releasing a new trailer that showcases these refined visuals could shift perceptions, enhancing the overall reception of the film. Finally, the tone and pacing of the trailer have been criticized for not capturing the original’s magic. A slight adjustment in music and visuals, focusing on scenes that immediately evoke wonder and joy, could foster a stronger emotional connection, rekindling the sense of magic audiences expect from Disney. Disney needs to regain control of the ongoing social media discussions. By applying these strategies, the Snow White live-action film could effectively counter the current criticisms, making it more attractive to both long-time fans and new audiences. #snowwhite #disney #marketing #marketingtips #sales #salestips #branding #brand #brands #brandidentity