Iron Man Unmasked: Robert Downey Jr., Don Cheadle & More Talk Character

There’s more to Robert Downey Jr. and Don Cheadle’s characters than hardware as they ramp up the buddy action in Marvel’s Iron Man 3, in theaters today.

For all those high-flying, save-the-world acrobatics, sometimes it’s easy to lose sight of the fact that there’s a man behind the suit—Tony Stark is Iron Man. And just as Iron Man is nothing without Tony, it’s nearly impossible to imagine Marvel’s Iron Man films without actor Robert Downey Jr.,...

One of America’s Greatest Exports: 2012 a Banner Year at the Global Box Office

With Iron Man 3 set to open wide tomorrow (and having already done brisk business overseas), this year has a slew of giant films that are likely to translate into boffo sales overseas. Those films include Star Trek: Into Darkness, Man of Steel, and Pacific Rim. It would not be a risky bet to pick all three as big-time global performers,...

From Soldier to Filmmaker: Q&A With The Iceman Director Ariel Vromen

How does an 'extreme' special unit Israeli Air Force soldier, law student and world-traveling DJ become a successful director working with some of the country’s biggest stars?  Here’s the circuitous route Ariel Vromen took on his path from performing military maneuvers in Israel and reading dense law texts in England to getting behind the camera. Vromen faced an endless string of challenges to get his latest project, The Iceman, onto the big screen...

Artists, Executives, and Politicians Talk Innovation: Highlights From the Creativity Conference

‘Creativity’ might not be the very first synonym associated with the nation’s capital, but Friday’s D.C.-based Creativity Conference, presented by the MPAA, TIME, and Microsoft gave attendees good reason to rethink that. The first-ever event brought together leaders from film, politics, technology, and journalism, to talk candidly about the state of creativity in the U.S.

The stylish Corcoran Gallery of Art served as stimulating backdrop for the innovation-focused conference,...

Steaming Live: 2013 Creativity Conference, Presented by MPAA, Microsoft, and TIME

Today, the realms of film, tech, and journalism are colliding for a full day of invigorating panels, speakers, and demos in celebration of all things creative. The Motion Picture Association of America, Microsoft, and TIME are the official sponsors of the 2013 Creativity Conference, which kicks off today at 9am from the most creative place in the nation’s capital – the renowned Corcoran Museum.

Business leaders, artists, Hollywood executives, and government officials will convene to collaborate and share their respective expertise in channeling creativity...

Economic Adrenaline: How Movie Theaters Drive Local Economies

Open the doors of the Park Theatre in McKenzie, Tenn., a tiny town 130 miles west of Nashville, and it feels like you’re in a haunted house — literally. That’s because the lobby is covered in cobwebs, skeletons and plastic bats, the campy leftovers of Halloween’s Nightmare Theatre, one of many fundraising events meant to help restore this historic 1940s movie house that has been abandoned for the better part of two decades.

“It’s in terrible condition,”...

Iconic ‘ArcLight Hollywood’ Hosts Great Films and Stars: Target Presents AFI Night At The Movies

Tonight, Target and the American Film Institute (AFI) are hosting an idyllic Angeleno event– a celebration of classic cinema alongside the stars born from them, seated before a big screen at the legendary dome-affixed, Sunset Boulevard institution; the ArcLight Theaters in Hollywood.  Admit it, the cineaste within you just swooned at the thought.

Unlike many nightclubs on the same street, swoon is not exclusive to well-connected denizens of LA – the world-renowned ArcLight Hollywood is as historical an institution as any in the City of Angels...

Drawing Inspiration: Sketching With the Storyboard Artists of Oblivion

Jack Harper (Tom Cruise) heads down to planet Earth — or what’s left of it anyway — to find a downed surveillance drone that has landed in the charred remnants of the New York Public Library’s Rose Reading Room. It’s only when Harper hits the ground of this cavernous space that he realizes he’s entered a trap. Someone — or something — wants to capture this drone repairman alive.

Whether he’s rappelling into a forgotten old library,...

Earth Day Infographic: A Glance at the Six Studio’s Environmental Efforts

As we wrote earlier today, the film studios have long embraced the ethos espoused on Earth Day, working hard to not only raise awareness about environmental issues, but also to do their part to lower their carbon footprint.

Through technological advancements, key partnerships, and education, Hollywood is committed to advancing the cause of sustainability and environmental stewardship. Here's a glance at some of their efforts:

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Earth Day: The Studios Go Green Behind the Screen

For years, Hollywood has celebrated Earth Day in order to raise awareness about environmental issues and to strike up a memorable dialogue about sustainable practices. And the film studios' embrace of Earth Day has only strengthened over time. From PSAs to Paramount's new micro-turbines, we take a look at the industry's dedication to spotlighting one of the most important advocacy dates on the calendar.

In 1990, the holiday got a pretty big boost from Hollywood when Time Warner called on some of their favorite talent to hammer home proactive things Americans could do to reduce their footprint on the planet...

CinemaCon Day Four: The Rise of Women, Catching Fire & More

On the final day of CinemaCon, conference goers reveled in wonderful studio presentations from Fox and Lionsgate, in addition to soaking up one of the most thought-provoking panels of the week – the Geena Davis-helmed presentation on the pressing need for studios and distributors to heighten the profile of women at the movies. From sizzling studio showcases to an impassioned call for more diversity at the box office, today was the perfect bookend to a film-fueled week. Here’s a look at the last day of what has been a whirlwind week of cinema,...

Why the Experience of Seeing Movies in the Theater Will Never Get Old

It’s well past midnight at the Nitehawk Cinema in Brooklyn, yet nearly every seat in the theater is taken. There’s a palatable sense of glee in the dark room (likely aided by the cinema’s plentiful bar) as the film reaches its crux: “Run! Go! Get to da choppa!!” screams Arnold Schwarzenegger. The audience breaks into hysterics.

That’s right; we gathered here tonight not to see some newly released Blockbuster but to watch the original 1987 Predator...

CinemaCon Showcase: Twentieth Century Fox’s Upcoming Film Releases

So we’ve gotten a peek at Paramount, Warner Bros., Universal Pictures, Walt Disney Studios, and Sony Pictures upcoming slate of films during our time at CinemaCon.

Here’s a trailer roundup for you from Twentieth Century Fox, which includes a good cross section of animation, comedies, and big-time action blockbusters.

Epic (May 24)

This 3D animated adventure directed by Chris Wedge and based on William Joyce’s children’s book “The Leaf Men and the Brave Good Bugs”...

CinemaCon Day Three: Johnny Depp, Salma Hayek, & Auteurs Galore

The third day of CinemaCon was an epic ode to the art of filmmaking and an optimistic look ahead at the future of theaters and movie-going. From a dynamic panel on keeping up with today’s savvy moviegoer, to an intimate and engaging lunch with three of the biggest directors on the planet, and incredible studio presentations from Walt Disney and Sony, here are a few of the highlights from today’s action packed ‘day three’ at CinemaCon:

Today’s Savvy Moviegoer?...

A Look at Four CinemaCon Award Winners & Their Epic Films

This week at CinemaCon at Caesar’s Palace it’s all about the film business—more specifically though, it’s all about the theater going experience, which is why a closer look at some of this year’s 15 honorees reveals a lineup of heavyweights whose movie careers aren’t simply noteworthy, they’re cinematic. (For the entire list of award winners, click here.)

While no one can dispute the value of the quiet comfort of watching a movie in your own home,...

Meet Amy Hunter, General Manager of AMC Loews Theater Lincoln Square 13

There might not be an institution we love more than the movie theater. The smell of fresh buttered-popcorn, the soothing glow of high quality projection, the joy of an epic two-hour cinematic journey – the movie theater, so far as we’re concerned, is the ultimate venue for entertainment. So in this latest installment of our Meet A Maker series, we’re thrilled to present theater manager, Amy Hunter.

As General Manager of New York City’s AMC Loews Lincoln Square 13 –...

CinemaCon Showcase: Walt Disney Studios and Sony Pictures’ Upcoming Films

So we’ve gotten a peek at Paramount, Warner Bros. and Universal Pictures’ upcoming films in our first two days at CinemaCon, and today Walt Disney Studios and Sony Pictures are offering a glance at what they’ve got on tap.

Here’s a trailer roundup for you to whet your pallet. This spring and summer are looking like a monstrously good time to be at the movies.

–WALT DISNEY STUDIOS–

Iron Man 3 (May 3)

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CinemaCon Showcase: Warner Bros. and Universal Pictures’ Upcoming Films

CinemaCon continues apace today in Las Vegas, with a look at the 21st century moviegoer, a retrospective on some of the top grossing films of 2012, and the CinemaCon Trade Show to name a few events. While we’ve been reporting from the Con, we’ve already gotten a chance to sample Paramount Pictures upcoming slate of films, and today both Universal Pictures and Warner Bros. are showcasing their upcoming slate. We’ve assembled a trailer rundown of some of these releases,...

How Disney Creates Magic Moments and Generations of Happy Customers

No other brand on the planet has so thoroughly captured the essence of ‘enchantment’ quite like Walt Disney has. Fairy tales, animation, an international treasure trove of ethereal amusement parks – Walt Disney’s CV is proof that the brand’s ceaseless commitment to provoking wonder in everyone, of any age, anywhere pays off in dividends. Look no farther than memory recall – the mere mention of the brand name evokes sun-hued snapshots of real life magic; whether it’s wide-eyed Bambi on the big screen,...

Extra Butter: How Popcorn Came To Be Cinema’s Most Beloved Snack

In honor of CinemaCon, we are saluting movie theaters everywhere with an entire week of theater-themed content.

For many, a trip to the movies elicits a Pavlovian response: As soon as you walk through the theater doors, an irrepressible craving for popcorn ensues. Since childhood, we’ve been conditioned to—and more importantly, allowed to—consume handful upon buttery handful of salt-dusted popcorn from the moment the theater lights go down until the credits begin to roll. It’s all part of the experience...