Hollywood Strike Forces Dune: Part Two Release to March, While Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire Scheduled for April Premiere
This choice presents a difficulty for cinema chains like AMC Entertainment, Cineplex, and Cinemark, as they strive to rebound from the consequences of the Covid-19 pandemic.
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00:00 The ongoing Hollywood strike has caused delays in film and web series production.
00:04 The latest reports indicate that Dune Part 2, initially set for a November release, has now been postponed to the following year.
00:13 According to leading newspaper, Dune Part 2 is rescheduled for a March release due to the Hollywood actor's strike, preventing stars from engaging in promotional activities.
00:25 This decision poses a challenge for cinema chains such as AMC Entertainment, Cineplex and Cinemark.
00:32 As they continue to recover from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, Dune was among the highly anticipated films on the late 2023 schedule.
00:41 Dune Part 2 is now slated to premiere on March 15, a date originally reserved for Warner Bros. film Godzilla The New Empire.
00:49 Consequently, the monster movie's release has been pushed to April 12.
00:53 This adjustment has also led to the animated adaption of The Lord of the Rings, initially planned for an April launch, being rescheduled for December.
01:03 Featuring Zendaya and Timothy, Dune Part 2 is a sci-fi sequel inspired by Frank Herbert's 1965 novel.
01:11 The storyline revolves around an intergalactic conflict for control over a valuable resource.
01:16 The first installment of the series was released in 2021 during the pandemic and managed to achieve an impressive global box office revenue of $412 million.
01:26 It's worth noting that notable actors have chosen to abstain from promotional endeavors for their upcoming projects since the SAG-AFTRA Actors Union joined the striking Hollywood writers, resulting in a walkout on July 14.
01:40 This actor's strike has subsequently compelled several film studios to revise their schedule due to the absence of celebrities available to participate in events like red carpet premieres and talk shows,
01:53 which traditionally contribute to building anticipation and enthusiasm for new releases.
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