The exhibition space has been hit hard by coronavirus closures. Within 24 hours, AMC and Aron reversed course, declaring that mask-wearing would be required. His explanation that the theater chain “did not want to be drawn into a political controversy,” had the opposite effect, leading to boycott threats. In a news release announcing the move, AMC said its “new timing reflects currently expected release dates for much anticipated blockbusters like Warner Bros.’ ‘Tenet’ and Disney’s ‘Mulan,’ as well as release dates for several other new movies.”ĪMC CEO Adam Aron undercut his efforts to convince the general public that exhibitors were taking every precaution when he told Variety in June that patrons would not be required to wear masks in states and counties where it was not mandated. Here’s what the 2020 Chicago International Film Festival *might* look like in the age of COVID-19 “Mulan” is also expected to delay its premiere, and other major movies are considering new release dates. announced that it was taking “Tenet” off the release calendar, but still planned to open the film at an unspecified time in 2020. The chain initially said it would welcome guests back on July 15, later moving that date to July 30.Įarlier this week, Warner Bros. AMC has shifted its date for reopening as several major Hollywood blockbusters, namely “Tenet” and “Mulan,” have moved their debuts back.
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