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BREAKING: It's a record breaking weekend and it's exactly what Disney and Pixar needed. 'Inside Out 2' is having an absolutely HUGE weekend in theaters, pulling in similar opening weekend stats to smash hit 'Barbie'. So huge, in fact, that 'Inside Out 2' is on track to have the second best ever weekend for ANY animated film in history. The first place title still remains in Pixar's court, with opening weekend for 'Incredibles 2' bringing in $182.6M. If predictions are correct, 'Inside Out 2' could bring in a staggering $140M-$150M by the end of the weekend. Are you seeing 'Inside Out 2' this weekend? ✨ #insideout2 #pixar

Years ago, in the early days of the Walt Disney Company, they faced a daunting challenge. They needed to secure funding to complete their first feature-length animated film, "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs." The problem? Everyone thought it was a crazy idea. An animated film lasting over an hour? Unheard of at the time. Disney, however, believed in their vision. They took a massive risk, not just in terms of finances but also their reputation. They mortgaged everything, including Walt Disney's own house, to finance the film. The result? "Snow White" became a monumental success, changing the animation industry forever. What can we learn from this? Sometimes, the most groundbreaking ideas seem absurd at first. It takes courage, belief in your vision, and a willingness to take calculated risks to turn them into reality. It's a reminder that innovation often comes from pushing the boundaries of what's considered possible. So, when you encounter skepticism about your own bold ideas, remember the tale of "Snow White." Embrace your vision, be willing to take calculated risks, and who knows, you might just change the game.

Disney+ Shares First Look Images From New Holiday Movie "Dashing Through the Snow" Disney+ has released some first look images from their new holiday movie, Dashing Through the Snow, which premieres on November 17th. Wha #MovieIndustry

Here’s me reading the introduction to my latest short story, “The Eighth Dwarf,” about the making of Walt Disney‘s first animated feature.

"Inside Out 2" has become the first movie of 2024 to top $1 billion at the global box office, achieving this milestone just 19 days after its release. The Pixar sequel has set a new record as the fastest animated film to reach this figure. Tony Chambers, Disney’s executive vice president of theatrical distribution, expressed his excitement over the film’s success, attributing it to Pixar's creativity and the power of great storytelling. The film’s release on June 16 has significantly boosted the 2024 box office, which had been trailing 2023's performance by over 25%. According to Paul Dergarabedian, senior media analyst at Comscore, the success of "Inside Out 2" has reduced the year-over-year domestic box office revenue deficit from 27% to 19%. "Inside Out 2" is now the highest-grossing film of the year and the first to pass $1 billion since "Barbie" in July of the previous year. It joins an elite group of Disney and Pixar films that have crossed the billion-dollar mark, including "The Incredibles 2," "Finding Dory," "Frozen," and "Toy Story" sequels.

"Shrek 2," a beloved film, recently marked its 20th anniversary with a re-release in theaters by Universal Pictures. As someone who contributed to all four Shrek films during my time at PDI/DreamWorks, I'm grateful for the experience among a talented crew. However, I've grown less tolerant of sensational headlines in the entertainment industry, like one that unfairly criticizes Disney in light of Shrek 2's success, citing that Disney should be "embarrassed". Such headlines overlook Disney and Pixar's pioneering work with "Toy Story," which paved the way for animated films' success today. Disney has nothing to be embarrassed about. The article compares Shrek 2's box office performance to recently released films, but it's important to remember that connecting with audiences is challenging. Every film released doesn't become a blockbuster, and each studio has its strengths. If it were easy, everyone would be creating films and every film would be a blockbuster. Let's appreciate the diversity of films available to us and celebrate storytelling and the effort it takes to bring a project to the big screen. Criticism should be constructive, not aimed at stirring controversy. Ultimately, let's strive for better discussions and appreciative reflections within the entertainment industry. We can do better!

It's a significant and much-needed course correction for the film industry. For too long, studios have been ensnared in the relentless pursuit of short-term profits and the production of an overwhelming quantity of films, often at the expense of quality. This approach, driven by the demands of Wall Street rather than the artistic integrity of filmmaking, has diluted the impact and potential of movies as the pinnacle of storytelling. Thankfully, there's a growing recognition that this strategy is unsustainable and ultimately counterproductive. By deciding to focus on crafting fewer films with a much higher quality, studios are beginning to realign with the true essence of cinema. This pivot not only criticizes the previous misguided priorities but also heralds a hopeful return to storytelling excellence. It's a reminder that the heart of cinema lies in its ability to tell compelling stories that resonate deeply with audiences, not in the volume of content produced. https://lnkd.in/gZx3aBws

Greetings Summer Movie Fans! Paramount’s live-action animated fantasy IF earned $35M in its opening weekend to lead all movies at the box office. While on the lower end of lofty pre-release expectations, John Krasinski’s family film did its part to lift the overall box office to $99M, the 7th highest weekend total of the 20 so far in 2024. While it’s not great, it’s also not bad and now school’s is letting out across the country, the summer movie season has started, and hope springs eternal. Disney and 20th Century’s sci-fi sequel KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES netted another $26M in its second weekend, a decline of 55% compared to last weekend’s opening numbers. Its 10-day total is now $101.2M, the 5th highest-grossing movie of 2024. It is on track to climb up to #4, passing GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE by next weekend. For more on the box office results, check out Dick Walsh’s Weekend Review. You will also enjoy reading Alonso Duralde’s reviews of this week’s top movie IF and next week’s widely-anticipated actioner FURIOSA: A MAD MAX SAGA. In the latest episode of the Don’t Kill the Messenger podcast, host Kevin Goetz talks with former CEO of IMAX Entertainment Greg Foster for insight into how IMAX transformed itself into a force in the industry and his vision of the future of cinema. #ifmovie #johnkrasinski #paramountpictures #kingdomoftheplanetoftheapes #20thcenturystudios #boxoffice #screendollars #gregfoster #imax #kevingoetz #dontkillthemessenger