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Movie theaters across New Zealand are facing a puzzling paradox. Quality films with strong reviews aren't drawing audiences like they used to, and Liam Neeson's recent comedy "The Naked Gun" perfectl…

Movie theaters are battling their toughest economic climate since the pandemic. Box office numbers are startlingly low – Stephen King's "The Life of Chuck" brought in just $71,000 on opening weekend,…

Are movie theaters dying or just evolving? That's the question at the heart of our latest deep dive into cinema's current landscape. While studios continue to release films at a breakneck pace, getti…

The dinosaurs have roared back to life at the box office, and Hollywood might finally be catching its breath. This week we're celebrating Jurassic World Rebirth's spectacular performance - a whopping…

Movie theaters find themselves at a fascinating crossroads where critical acclaim doesn't necessarily translate to box office success. Disney Pixar's Elio has become their worst opening film worldwid…

Why do critically acclaimed female-led action films struggle at the box office? This question takes center stage as we dig into the surprising commercial failure of "Ballerina," the Ana de Armas-star…

The theatrical landscape continues its fascinating evolution as major studio releases compete with festival fare and streaming exclusives. We kick off with our regular box office predictions segment,…

The latest "Eat Sleep Movie Repeat" conversation takes us on an exciting journey through cinema's present and future as Brent and Ross dive into box office predictions, upcoming releases, and the rem…

When rain falls, cinema seats fill—regardless of what's showing. This simple truth provided a much-needed boost to theaters during recent school holidays, as film industry insiders Brent Harbour and …

The Minecraft movie has delivered a seismic shock to the cinema industry, crushing all box office predictions with an astounding $2.99 million opening weekend in New Zealand alone. After months of ch…

Snow White's troubled journey to theaters reveals the growing chasm between online discourse and actual audience experiences. After enduring an 18-month hate campaign before release, Disney's remake …

The magic of cinema continues to thrive despite economic challenges, as Ross and Brent explore in this captivating episode examining the current state of moviegoing. When looking at cinema affordabil…

The Oscar results are in, and we're breaking down the winners, surprises, and what they reveal about the changing landscape of cinema. As "Anora" claimed both Best Picture and Best Director, we're wi…

Brent and Ross explore the excitement of Oscar season, revealing box office performances of recent releases and diving deep into predictions for the upcoming awards. With heartfelt discussions about …

This episode explores the latest films set to hit theaters in February, including discussions about box office predictions and the intersection of film and current events. Hosts Brent and Ross dive i…

This episode explores the dynamic cinema landscape at the start of 2025, highlighting current Oscar contenders and the effects of weather on film attendance. Brent and Ross discuss upcoming films, pr…

Imagine an evening where the magic of Middle-earth comes alive under the stars of New Zealand. We share our unforgettable experience attending the New Zealand premiere of the animated "Lord of the Ri…

What if a change in film classification could alter a movie's fate at the box office? Join us in an engaging conversation as we unpack the latest cinematic buzz with industry insider Ross Churchhouse…

Fresh off his trip to an Australian conference,  Ross Churchhouse explores the rollercoaster world of cinema. Ever wonder how word-of-mouth can transform a film's fate? Let's unpack how unexpected hi…

In this episode of Eat Sleep Movie Repeat, we celebrate Lido Cinema's triumphant win at the Hamilton Central Business Awards and dive into the post-holiday box office buzz around "Smile 2,"  As the B…