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A Weekly Roundup of Entertainment Industry News You Shouldn’t Miss
Each week, thousands of press releases are published on PR Newswire, making it difficult for journalists to keep up with all the latest news and updates in the entertainment and media industries. To help you stay informed, here are some of the most newsworthy and popular releases from this week that you should know about.
1. “Oppenheimer” Makes Record-Breaking Debut on IMAX
Universal Pictures’ “Oppenheimer” had a record-shattering debut on IMAX, with a weekend box office collection of $35 million. This marked IMAX’s biggest share ever of a film’s global opening weekend box office, accounting for 20% of total receipts. The movie, shot with IMAX Film Cameras, set several IMAX records upon its launch.
2. Fender Reintroduces the Tom DeLonge Stratocaster®
Due to overwhelming fan demand, Fender has rushed into production the Limited Edition Tom DeLonge Stratocaster®. This guitar emulates the signature sound of Blink-182, celebrating Tom DeLonge’s iconic career and sound. It is a must-have addition for any guitar collection.
3. Legendary Entertainer Tony Bennett Passes Away at 96
Beloved entertainer Tony Bennett, known for his unparalleled career spanning over 70 years, has sadly passed away at the age of 96. Bennett’s last public concert performances were held at Radio City Music Hall in celebration of his 95th birthday.
4. Jerry Seinfeld Returns to Las Vegas
Jerry Seinfeld, the longest-running headliner in Caesars Palace history, will be returning for six performances in 2024 at The Colosseum. Tickets for these shows will go on sale to the public on July 28, 2023. There are also limited tickets available for Seinfeld’s final performances in 2023.
5. AI-Generated Feature Film “Window Seat” Released
Filmmaker Hooroo Jackson has unveiled “Window Seat,” the first feature film entirely generated with Artificial Intelligence (A.I.). The film tells the gripping story of a man who discovers his high school bully aboard the same plane, leading to a psychological battle 30,000 feet in the sky. It has a runtime of 61 minutes.
6. Partnership to Develop Music Video for William Shatner’s “So Fragile, So Blue”
Space for Humanity and Legion M have announced a partnership to develop a music video for William Shatner’s song “So Fragile, So Blue.” The song received an astounding standing ovation at its only performance, leaving a lasting impact on the audience.
7. Wheel of Fortune LIVE! Announces 2023 Tour
“Wheel of Fortune LIVE!” has announced a 50+ date tour for 2023. The stage show adaptation of the iconic game show offers fans a chance to spin a full-sized replica of the Wheel and win exciting prizes.
8. National Press Club Awards for Wall Street Journal, ABC News, and PBS NewsHour
The National Press Club has awarded the Wall Street Journal, ABC News, and PBS NewsHour with National Press Club Journalism Awards. These awards celebrate exceptional reporting and the journalists’ dedication to serving the public.
9. Dr. Fresch Announced as Fall 2023 Headliner for Monster Energy Up & Up College Festival Series
The Monster Energy Up & Up College Festival Series has announced Dr. Fresch as the headliner for their fall 2023 tour. The tour’s dates and route are determined by fans, who rally their schools through guerilla marketing and influencer campaigns to earn a spot as one of the tour’s stops.
10. SWAIA Announces Get Indigenous Film Festival
The Southwestern Association of Indian Arts (SWAIA) has announced the Get Indigenous Film Festival. The festival aims to showcase Indigenous cultures and promote Native arts through film and television.
11. Cineverse Launches MatchpointAI for Video Streaming Optimization
Cineverse has unveiled MatchpointAI, a revolutionary AI marketplace for video streaming optimization. MatchpointAI leverages Cineverse’s proprietary content processing platform to provide content owners and streaming services access to industry-leading capabilities for efficient global distribution.
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