How the summer of 1982 changed cinema forever

How the summer of 1982 changed cinema forever

The early summer of 1982 was a very spacey time on America’s movie screens. Six major studios released a whopping eight science fiction and fantasy films between May 16 and July 9, with hundreds of millions of dollars riding on the line — from “E.T.” to “The Thing,” from “career-grounding flops to career-making triumphs,” writes … Read more

‘Barbie’ for $4? National Cinema Day is coming, with discounted tickets nationwide

‘Barbie’ for ? National Cinema Day is coming, with discounted tickets nationwide

Still haven’t seen “Barbie” or “Oppenheimer”? This Sunday, you’ll be able to catch up for $4 a ticket in movie theaters nationwide. Theater owners announced Monday that the second annual National Cinema Day will be held Sunday, Aug. 27. For one day, all movies — in all formats and at all showtimes — will be $4 at participating theaters. … Read more