U.S. cinemas to boycott “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” sequel October 1, 2014 - 19:03 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Four of the largest U.S. cinema companies have confirmed that they are boycotting the forthcoming Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon sequel, Digital Spy said. It was announced yesterday (September 30) that Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: The Green Legend will be released simultaneously on Netflix and in select IMAX theatres on August 28, 2015. However, AMC, Cinemark, Carmike and Regal have told Variety that they will not screen films released simultaneously across both platforms. Carmike spokesman Robert Rinderman said, "We are committed to an exclusive theatrical release for the enjoyment of our valued guests. We are therefore opposed to showing day and date releases at our entertainment complexes." The sequel will mark the first of many films that will be released on both formats at the same time. Netflix said that the move offers viewers "unprecedented choice". Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: The Green Legend follows Ang Lee's 2000 hit, with Yuen Wo-Ping taking over directing duties. Michelle Yeoh reprises her role as Yu Shu-Lien, and will be joined by Donnie Yen and Glee star Harry Shum Jr.  Top stories The creative crew of the Public TV had chosen 13-year-old Malena as a participant of this year's contest. She called on others to also suspend their accounts over the companies’ failure to tackle hate speech. Penderecki was known for his film scores, including for William Friedkin’s “The Exorcist”, Stanley Kubrick’s “The Shining”. The festival made the news public on March 19, saying that “several options are considered in order to preserve its running”   Partner news |  Latest news Protesters rally as Georgia debates 'foreign agent' bill  Georgian critics label the bill "the Russian law", comparing it to legislation used by the Kremlin to crack down on dissent.Former Pashinyan envoy urges end to Genocide speculation Marukyan has urged authorities in Armenia stop discussions about verifying the names of 1.5 million victims.Azerbaijan, Jordan sign deal on defense cooperation Azerbaijan and Jordan have signed an agreement on cooperation in the field of defense, according to an official statement.First Canadian expert join EU mission in Armenia The first Canadian expert to join the European Union’s civilian mission in Armenia has arrived in Armenia. |
