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BACKROOMS Tracking as Biggest Box Office Surprise of the Year | Jacob Burns Film Center Celebrates 25 Years [Presented by Hormel Foodservice] May 28, 2026

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This week on the Boxoffice podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Romeo Duchêne break down a stronger-than-expected Memorial Day weekend at the box office, including the opening performance of Disney’s The Mandalorian and Grogu, the continued breakout success of Obsession, and the surprising early tracking for A24’s internet horror phenomenon Backrooms. Then in the feature segment, Daniel speaks with Mary Jo Ziesel, Brandon Schenkman, and Eric Hynes of the Jacob Burns Film Center about the organization’s 25th anniversary, its role as a community-driven cultural hub in Westchester County, and how filmmaker conversations, education programs, and curated theatrical experiences continue to shape the future of independent cinema.

Memorial Day Weekend 2026 Box Office Preview | RealD CEO Elizabeth Frank [Presented by RealD and Hormel Foods] May 21, 2026

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In this week’s episode of the Boxoffice Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle are joined by The Boxoffice Company’s Romeo Duchenne to discuss the box office potential of this weekend’s Memorial Day slate, including new releases Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu and I Love Boosters as well as holdovers Obsession, Michael, and The Devil Wears Prada 2. In the feature segment, Daniel speaks with Elizabeth Frank, CEO of RealD, about the evolution of the premium format and its current resurgence.

Kate Markham and Mallory Martin Preview IND/EX May 14, 2026

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This week on the Boxoffice podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk recap Mother’s Day weekend at the box office, including the opening of Warner Bros. Mortal Kombat II. Then in the feature segment, Rebecca talks to Kate Markham, the managing director of Art House Convergence, and Mallory Martin, the executive director of Film Festival Alliance, about IND/EX 2026, the Independent Film Exhibition Conference, which takes place in Chicago from June 22-25.

Netflix’s NARNIA Shocker | Joe Garel on Western Film Services’ CORPORATE RETREAT May 07, 2026

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This week on the Boxoffice podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk recap the opening weekend of The Devil Wears Prada 2 and discuss the news that Netflix is moving the Greta Gerwig helmed Narnia: The Magician's Nephew to February 2027 with a full window of theatrical exclusivity. Then in the feature segment, Daniel talks to Joe Garel of Western Film Services about their new May horror title Corporate Retreat.

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May Box Office Preview Apr 30, 2026

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This week on the Boxoffice podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk recap the fantastic opening weekend results from Lionsgate’s Michael, which became the highest-grossing opening for a musical biopic. Then they preview the May box office, covering all of the month’s wide releases.

Gen Z Highlights from CinemaCon with Rutgers Cinema’s Alex DelVecchio Apr 23, 2026

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This week on the Boxoffice podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk recap the weekend box office and preview Lionsgate’s Michael. Then in the feature segment, Daniel and Rebecca are joined by Alexander DelVecchio, the general manager of Rutgers Cinema to recap CinemaCon 2026.

CinemaCon 2026: Amazon MGM, Paramount, Disney | Practical AI for Streamlined Theater Operations [Presented by TAPOS Cinema Software and Lumma 4D E-Motion] Apr 17, 2026

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On the final CinemaCon 2026 edition of the Boxoffice podcast, presented by TAPOS Cinema Software and Lumma 4D E-Motion, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle cover all the highlights from the Amazon MGM, Paramount, and Disney studio presentations. The feature segment includes the Monday CinemaCon panel ‘Practical AI for Streamlined Theater Operations’, which explores practical, responsible ways exhibitors can use AI and connected systems to streamline operations, optimize scheduling, reduce costs, and elevate guest experiences. The panel is moderated by Laura Houlgatte Abbott, the CEO of International Union of Cinemas (UNIC), and includes panelists Brian Schultz, the CEO of Look Cinemas, Marine Suttle, the managing director of The Boxoffice Company, and Otto Turton, the chief commercial officer of Vue International.

CinemaCon 2026: Warner Bros., Universal | Belcourt Theatre Executive Director Stephanie Silverman [Presented by TAPOS Cinema Software and Lumma 4D E-Motion] Apr 16, 2026

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On today’s CinemaCon edition of the Boxoffice podcast, presented by TAPOS Cinema Software and Lumma 4D E-Motion, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Rebecca Pahle recap studio presentations from Warner Bros. and Universal. Then in the sponsored segment, Rebecca is joined by Alan Roe, the chief executive officer of Jacro and TAPOS, to discuss the dynamic nature of cinema technology and the importance of POS systems. In the feature segment, Daniel is joined by Stephanie Silverman, the executive director of Nashville’s Belcourt Theatre to discuss the theater's community-driven mission and success in attracting audiences through diverse programming.

CinemaCon 2026: State of the Industry, Neon, Sony | Vue Founder and CEO Timothy Richards [Presented by TAPOS Cinema Software and Lumma 4D E-Motion] Apr 15, 2026

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On today’s edition of the Boxoffice podcast, presented by TAPOS Cinema Software, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle recap Michael O’Leary’s State of the Industry address and studio presentations from Sony Pictures and Neon. In the sponsored segment, Daniel speaks with Rolando Rodriguez, partner and board member of Lumma, to discuss the company’s 10-year anniversary in the cinema space. In the feature segment, Daniel is joined by Vue International Founder and CEO Timothy Richards CBE to discuss the chain’s latest successes and the UK box office.

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Cinema United President and CEO Michael O’Leary Delivers State of the Industry at CinemaCon 2026

CinemaCon 2026: Angel, Sony Pictures Classics, Studio Canal | Distribution Executive Chris Aronson [Presented by TAPOS Cinema Software and Irwin Seating] Apr 14, 2026

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On today’s edition of the Boxoffice podcast, presented by TAPOS Cinema Software and Irwin Seating, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle recap the launch of CinemaCon 2026, including this year’s CinemaCon Film Showcase, featuring Angel, Sony Pictures Classics, and Studio Canal. In the sponsored segment, Boxoffice Pro’s Chad Kennerk interviews Brandon Purdie, the executive vice president and head of theatrical at Angel, about Angel’s 2026 theatrical slate. Then in the featured segment, Daniel speaks to exhibition veteran Chris Aronson about CtrlMovie technology, which allows audiences to influence the outcome of a film.

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