Pet-friendly theaters and cosplay are two creative ways theaters in Asia are trying to entice movie fans back into seats. "
Total theatrical revenue in the Asia-Pacific region was about $10.1
billion in 2022, down from $17.8 billion during the pre-pandemic year of 2019, according to data from regional consultancy Artisan Gateway," per TheHollywood Reporter. "Over the
first five months of 2023, several blockbusters — such as Disney’s 'Guardians of the Galaxy 3'
and Japanese anime 'Suzume'
— have helped buoy sales in the
region, but exhibitors in almost every country of Asia still have a long way to go to reach pre-COVID 19 highs."Read the whole story at Hollywood Reporter »
