More cracks are appearing in the previously impregnable 90-day theatrical window, causing consternation among the major chains and some independent cinemas.
Melbourne's first open-air rooftop cinema is set to open on November 12 with the latest instalment in the James Bond series, Spectre.
Western Australian independent distributor Halo Films is set to bring its slate to the east coast after partnering with Eddie Tamir's cinema business Moving Story.
The artistic director of next week's Jewish International Film Festival (JIFF) has re-emphasised the importance of the event amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, describing film festivals as "joy and a jewel in our multicultural society".
Melbourne's Classic, Lido and Cameo Cinemas and Sydney's Ritz Cinemas have launched VOD service 'At Home', with a catalogue that includes new and recent releases, as well as classics.
Former Hopscotch Films and eOne colleagues Troy Lum and Jason Hernandez have partnered to launch a new distribution company, Kismet, with a stated commitment to local films and an international slate that includes Palme d'Or winner 'Titane'.
Independent Cinemas Australia is inviting federal MPs and the wider community to visit local cinemas throughout next week in an attempt to raise awareness of the pandemic's impact on its members and secure greater financial support.
Many Australian exhibitors are up in arms about the upcoming theatrical releases of the Netflix productions 'The King', 'The Irishman', 'Marriage Story' and 'The Two Popes'.