"Shorter films more likely to be shown in cinemas say industry experts"
Cinema owners are urging filmmakers to make shorter movies if they want them to be screened on the big screen. A leading cinema chain's director has been awarded a prestigious Bafta award, highlighting the challenges facing the film industry.
Recent blockbusters have seen runtimes exceed three hours, sparking concerns about scheduling and audience fatigue. According to one expert, "you could take 20 minutes out of that" - implying that many films are unnecessarily long. This trend is causing problems for cinemas, which are limited by longer movie showings, typically only running once a night.
Clare Binns, the Bafta-winning director of Picturehouse Cinemas, believes filmmakers need to consider their audience when making movies. "I talk to producers about this and say: 'Tell the director you're making the film for an audience, not the directors'," she said. This call to action reflects a broader industry concern about the growing lengths of modern films.
Industry experts point out that repertory programming shows a renewed interest in cinemas. Young audiences are coming back to watch classic movies on the big screen. However, concerns remain about consolidation and the impact of streaming services. The risk of studios changing ownership is also a threat to the industry's sustainability.
To achieve long-term success, Binns emphasizes the importance of originality and commitment from filmmakers. She highlights examples such as Anora, Hamnet, and Marty Supreme, which are receiving positive reviews for their unique storytelling. Initiatives like community programs at local cinemas demonstrate her dedication to keeping cinemas alive in urban areas.
Cinema owners are urging filmmakers to make shorter movies if they want them to be screened on the big screen. A leading cinema chain's director has been awarded a prestigious Bafta award, highlighting the challenges facing the film industry.
Recent blockbusters have seen runtimes exceed three hours, sparking concerns about scheduling and audience fatigue. According to one expert, "you could take 20 minutes out of that" - implying that many films are unnecessarily long. This trend is causing problems for cinemas, which are limited by longer movie showings, typically only running once a night.
Clare Binns, the Bafta-winning director of Picturehouse Cinemas, believes filmmakers need to consider their audience when making movies. "I talk to producers about this and say: 'Tell the director you're making the film for an audience, not the directors'," she said. This call to action reflects a broader industry concern about the growing lengths of modern films.
Industry experts point out that repertory programming shows a renewed interest in cinemas. Young audiences are coming back to watch classic movies on the big screen. However, concerns remain about consolidation and the impact of streaming services. The risk of studios changing ownership is also a threat to the industry's sustainability.
To achieve long-term success, Binns emphasizes the importance of originality and commitment from filmmakers. She highlights examples such as Anora, Hamnet, and Marty Supreme, which are receiving positive reviews for their unique storytelling. Initiatives like community programs at local cinemas demonstrate her dedication to keeping cinemas alive in urban areas.
I think this is kinda genius! A 3-hour movie is just too much to handle in a theater, you know? People get restless after an hour and a half, let alone three hours straight 
. And can you imagine if every single blockbuster was that long? cinemas would be packed for one night only and then empty as heck the next day 
. It's all about balance, right? Give us something engaging from start to finish but not so long it puts our brains to sleep 
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- making movies for the audience, not just directors is so on point! Who else cares if you're trying to win a Bafta if nobody's enjoying the movie? 
. The fact that cinemas are seeing a resurgence in repertory programming shows there's still a demand for that old-school film magic ✦. Let's keep those indie flicks and community programs thriving so we can enjoy movies like Marty Supreme without having to shell out $15 for popcorn 
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And what's with this repertory programming thingy? I love watching classic flicks on the big screen too, but can't we just make new movies that people want to watch in the first place?
I wanna see some innovation happen here, you know? Like, make a movie that's actually worth watching without having to pay an arm and a leg for it.
cinemas are losin out $$ cuz they cant show all them long movies 
like 2-3 hours max 
but honestly, can u blame us if we wanna watch Netflix for a week straight? 
but some ppl think its cool 2 have epic stories that take ur life 2 be 3hrs long idk i wanna chill during me lunch break tho 
anyway clare binns just won a bafta award and shes all about making films 4 the people not 4 directors 
she thinks repertory programming is where its at rn & ppl r startin 2 come back 2 cinemas 2 watch classic flicks 
I mean, think about it... cinemas are saying shorter films would be better, but what's really going on? Are they just trying to cut costs and make less money? 
And then there's this "repertory programming" thingy... sounds like they're just trying to revive the old days when people actually cared about cinema. But at the same time, I get why audiences want to watch classics on the big screen... it's a special experience! 
And Clare Binns is all about originality and community programs... but what if she's just a pawn in a bigger game? 
. It's like trying to have a deep conversation with someone who's checking their phone nonstop - it's just not engaging anymore 
. I mean, we live in an era where our attention spans are already pretty short... why would film length be any different?
. It's not just about me, though - I've heard from friends who don't have time to watch long movies because they're so busy 
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. Maybe if studios invest in original stories and not just remakes or sequels, we'll see some diversity on the big screen 
. Fingers crossed! 
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. That's some real industry wisdom. And it's awesome that repertory programming is coming back, I've been to so many classic movie nights at the cinema and it's such a thrill 
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