Wednesday, January 28, 2015

For Sundance hits, theatrical still rules over VOD

FILE - In this Dec. 24, 2014 file photo, a computer screen shows Sony Pictures' film, "The Interview" available for rental on YouTube Movies in Los Angeles. "The Interview" became available for rental on a variety of digital platforms, including Google Play, YouTube Movies, Microsoft's Xbox Video and a separate Sony website. Video-on-demand and day-and-date releases have long been the province of independent films, and only got a higher profile after Sony raked in $40+ million from their hack-addled release of “The Interview.” (AP Photo/Richard Vogel, File) PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — After the $40 million digital release of "The Interview," video-on-demand may seem like all the rage. Particularly for independent films, VOD is seen by some as a better pathway to moviegoers than trying to lure them to theaters.








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