Fandango veteran Stephanie Terifay has been tapped to help AMC Theatres build out its new movie distribution business following the record-shattering success of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour tour and Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé.
Terifay’s title is vice president, distribution. In the newly created role, she’ll be responsible for working with the music industry to develop other projects, come up with customized distribution strategies and marketing campaigns designed to optimize fan engagement.
In a twinned move, AMC’s fledgling distribution venture — headed up by Nikkole Denson-Randolph — has promoted Kevin Arnold to vp of programming promotions & partnerships, effective immediately. The mandate for all three execs is to bring additional leading music artists to the big screen via AMC Theatres Distribution.
Last year, Hollywood was caught off guard when Swift’s team bypassed the Hollywood studio system and hired AMC as the film’s distributor. It was virtually unheard...
Terifay’s title is vice president, distribution. In the newly created role, she’ll be responsible for working with the music industry to develop other projects, come up with customized distribution strategies and marketing campaigns designed to optimize fan engagement.
In a twinned move, AMC’s fledgling distribution venture — headed up by Nikkole Denson-Randolph — has promoted Kevin Arnold to vp of programming promotions & partnerships, effective immediately. The mandate for all three execs is to bring additional leading music artists to the big screen via AMC Theatres Distribution.
Last year, Hollywood was caught off guard when Swift’s team bypassed the Hollywood studio system and hired AMC as the film’s distributor. It was virtually unheard...
- 4/24/2024
- by Pamela McClintock
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Following the theatrical release of AMC Theatres Distribution concert pics Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour and Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce, the Nikkole Denson-Randolph led distribution team has hired Stephanie Terifay in the newly created position of VP, Distribution.
Terifay will be responsible for engaging the music industry to develop future projects, tailoring distribution strategies and marketing plans to maximize fan engagement and ensuring entertaining experiences for theatre audiences.
Nikkole Denson Randolph
Terifay joins AMC from Fandango, where she led the integrated marketing team, and worked closely with Hollywood studios, independent content distributors, theatrical exhibitors, and brand partners to drive consumer awareness and ticket sales. Prior to Fandango, she led Partner Marketing for such brands as Sundance Institute, Film Independent, Make-a-Wish Foundation, the Los Angeles Clippers, and The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. Terifay will begin her role at AMC on Friday, April 26.
Kevin Arnold
Also, Kevin Arnold has been promoted to VP,...
Terifay will be responsible for engaging the music industry to develop future projects, tailoring distribution strategies and marketing plans to maximize fan engagement and ensuring entertaining experiences for theatre audiences.
Nikkole Denson Randolph
Terifay joins AMC from Fandango, where she led the integrated marketing team, and worked closely with Hollywood studios, independent content distributors, theatrical exhibitors, and brand partners to drive consumer awareness and ticket sales. Prior to Fandango, she led Partner Marketing for such brands as Sundance Institute, Film Independent, Make-a-Wish Foundation, the Los Angeles Clippers, and The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. Terifay will begin her role at AMC on Friday, April 26.
Kevin Arnold
Also, Kevin Arnold has been promoted to VP,...
- 4/24/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
AMC Theatres, the world’s largest cinema chain, is leaning into distribution.
The company is expanding its distribution team with a key hire and promotion, underscoring its commitment to releasing its own movies in addition to showcasing titles from traditional and independent studios. AMC Theatres launched its distribution team with the premieres of last year’s concert films, “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” and “Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé.”
Stephanie Terifay has joined AMC in the newly created position of VP of Distribution. She will begin on April 26. In this role, Terifay is responsible for engaging the music industry to develop future projects, tailoring distribution strategies and marketing plans to maximize fan engagement. In other words, Swift and Beyonce’s stadium tours were the first but won’t be the last to grace the big screen — if AMC can help it.
Terifay joins AMC from Fandango, where she led the integrated marketing team,...
The company is expanding its distribution team with a key hire and promotion, underscoring its commitment to releasing its own movies in addition to showcasing titles from traditional and independent studios. AMC Theatres launched its distribution team with the premieres of last year’s concert films, “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” and “Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé.”
Stephanie Terifay has joined AMC in the newly created position of VP of Distribution. She will begin on April 26. In this role, Terifay is responsible for engaging the music industry to develop future projects, tailoring distribution strategies and marketing plans to maximize fan engagement. In other words, Swift and Beyonce’s stadium tours were the first but won’t be the last to grace the big screen — if AMC can help it.
Terifay joins AMC from Fandango, where she led the integrated marketing team,...
- 4/24/2024
- by Rebecca Rubin
- Variety Film + TV
Chance the Rapper announced Friday that his Magnificent Coloring Book concert film will debut this summer exclusively at AMC Theatres.
“I’m independently distributing a film to theatres and I’m extreeemely proud of myself,” the rapper tweeted. “Thank you @AMCTheatres and thank you to everyone who made this concert, this film and this partnership possible. We Going To The Moviesss.” Chance also shared the film’s first trailer.
The concert film celebrates the fifth anniversary of Chance the Rapper’s 2016 mixtape Coloring Book and its subsequent tour, during which...
“I’m independently distributing a film to theatres and I’m extreeemely proud of myself,” the rapper tweeted. “Thank you @AMCTheatres and thank you to everyone who made this concert, this film and this partnership possible. We Going To The Moviesss.” Chance also shared the film’s first trailer.
The concert film celebrates the fifth anniversary of Chance the Rapper’s 2016 mixtape Coloring Book and its subsequent tour, during which...
- 5/8/2021
- by Daniel Kreps
- Rollingstone.com
As the 2021 Sundance Film Festival kicks off, the survival of independent and specialty films in theaters has never been more uncertain. Even when theaters fully reopen after Covid-19 vaccines roll out and the pandemic ends, how can arthouse pics survive amidst competition from similar films with A-list stars bowing on streamers and majestic franchise fare?
“There’s going to be strain on the marketplace,” says Peter Kujawski, Focus Features chairman. “How many theaters are going to struggle to reopen? How many films will find a large enough audience to justify the initial theatrical release?”
Paul Serwitz, Landmark Theatres president and COO, puts it even more bluntly: “I really believe the theater industry is going to rebound completely, but smaller and midsized movies will take more of the brunt of the longer-term impact, because they don’t provide that spectacle that drives the masses to theaters.”
To find solutions to these challenges,...
“There’s going to be strain on the marketplace,” says Peter Kujawski, Focus Features chairman. “How many theaters are going to struggle to reopen? How many films will find a large enough audience to justify the initial theatrical release?”
Paul Serwitz, Landmark Theatres president and COO, puts it even more bluntly: “I really believe the theater industry is going to rebound completely, but smaller and midsized movies will take more of the brunt of the longer-term impact, because they don’t provide that spectacle that drives the masses to theaters.”
To find solutions to these challenges,...
- 1/27/2021
- by Gregg Goldstein
- Variety Film + TV
AMC Theatres isn’t known for arthouse fare, but the world’s largest exhibitor has started to heavily promote indie movies. In June, the company unveiled AMC Artisan Films, a programming and marketing initiative, that has spotlighted quirkier, more adult-oriented fare that arrives without the benefit of a Marvel superhero in the title. Since kicking off the brand, AMC has put more promotional muscle behind nearly 20 films, including the likes of “The Peanut Butter Falcon” and “The Farewell.”
“We’re a large circuit that’s known for event films and blockbusters, but the reality is we’ve been trying to diversify our content and play specialized and foreign films for years,” said Nikkole Denson-Randolph, vice president, content strategy and inclusive programming. “By launching this we’re showing a corporate commitment to shining a light on these kinds of films.”
Adds Elizabeth Frank, AMC’s Evp of worldwide programming and chief content officer,...
“We’re a large circuit that’s known for event films and blockbusters, but the reality is we’ve been trying to diversify our content and play specialized and foreign films for years,” said Nikkole Denson-Randolph, vice president, content strategy and inclusive programming. “By launching this we’re showing a corporate commitment to shining a light on these kinds of films.”
Adds Elizabeth Frank, AMC’s Evp of worldwide programming and chief content officer,...
- 9/9/2019
- by Brent Lang
- Variety Film + TV
Codeblack Films previously partnered with AMCi on the release of Kevin Hart: Laugh At My Pain.
Codeblack Films has acquired Us rights to SXSW entry Fast Color starring Gugu Mbatha-Raw, produced by La La Land’s Jordan Horowitz and Julia Hart of Original Headquarters, and Mickey Liddell and Pete Shilaimon of Ld Entertainment.
Hart directed the film about a woman whose superhuman abilities are discovered, forcing her to take shelter with her estranged family.
Lorraine Toussaint, Saniyya Sidney, Christopher Denham, and David Strathairn round out the key cast.
Fast Color will open in select AMC theatres in the Us...
Codeblack Films has acquired Us rights to SXSW entry Fast Color starring Gugu Mbatha-Raw, produced by La La Land’s Jordan Horowitz and Julia Hart of Original Headquarters, and Mickey Liddell and Pete Shilaimon of Ld Entertainment.
Hart directed the film about a woman whose superhuman abilities are discovered, forcing her to take shelter with her estranged family.
Lorraine Toussaint, Saniyya Sidney, Christopher Denham, and David Strathairn round out the key cast.
Fast Color will open in select AMC theatres in the Us...
- 9/20/2018
- by Jeremy Kay
- ScreenDaily
Codeblack Films previously partnered with AMCi on the release of Kevin Hart: Laugh At My Pain.
Codeblack Films has acquired Us rights to SXSW entry Fast Color starring Gugu Mbatha-Raw, produced by La La Land’s Jordan Horowitz and Julia Hart of Original Headquarters, and Mickey Liddell and Pete Shilaimon of Ld Entertainment.
Hart directed the film about a woman whose superhuman abilities are discovered, forcing her to take shelter with her estranged family.
Lorraine Toussaint, Saniyya Sidney, Christopher Denham, and David Strathairn round out the key cast.
Fast Color will open in select AMC theatres in the Us...
Codeblack Films has acquired Us rights to SXSW entry Fast Color starring Gugu Mbatha-Raw, produced by La La Land’s Jordan Horowitz and Julia Hart of Original Headquarters, and Mickey Liddell and Pete Shilaimon of Ld Entertainment.
Hart directed the film about a woman whose superhuman abilities are discovered, forcing her to take shelter with her estranged family.
Lorraine Toussaint, Saniyya Sidney, Christopher Denham, and David Strathairn round out the key cast.
Fast Color will open in select AMC theatres in the Us...
- 9/20/2018
- by Jeremy Kay
- ScreenDaily
Starring Latino comedienne Kiki Melendez, Journey of a Female Comic,is a documentary comedy that will be released through AMC Theatres’ AMC Independent Program in Los Angeles and San Diego on May 2nd, 2014 with other major markets to follow. The date will also see the release of Water & Power, which will be a historical accomplishment for Independent Latino Filmmakers just in time for the Cinco de Mayo weekend.
An award-winning actress,writer,producer, TV personality and trailblazing figure, Melendez is best known for creating Galavision’s #1 entertainment show in 2000, “Kiki Desde Hollywood”, and Showtime Network’s hit show, “Hot Tamales Live!”in2008, the longest running all-female comedy show, now available on Hulu.
Her debut feature is an inspirational film for audiences of all races,genders,and backgrounds. It centers on Melendez’ life growing up in a developing country, being raised by a single immigrant mother, and her career in Hollywood pursuing the American Dream. Never forgetting her humble beginnings, Melendez’ journey is thought-provoking, inspiring audiences to discover the difference between fame and fulfillment.
Thanks to initial enthusiastic reception during test screenings, AMC’s independent program added the 88-minute version to its slate. "Journey of A Female Comic fits perfectly within our AMC Independent programming initiative, which opens our screens to movies that resonate with our diverse audiences,” said Nikkole Denson-Randolph, Vice President of Alternative Content at AMC. “Kiki Melendez’ story is honest and entertaining, and will connect with many of our guests
“I am so grateful to AMC Independent for the opportunity to share my story. My hope in making this film, is to encourage and inspire women to take their dreams into their own hands”, says Melendez.
The feature began as an experimental short film,which premiered at the Dr Global International Film Festival. It also opened at Miami's Hispanicize Film Showcase and The Broadway International Film Festival in 2012, where it represented the U.S. and won “Best Documentary”.
The documentary also features other prominent Latino figures in Hollywood, including interviews with Edward James Olmos, Jacob Vargas, Esai Morales, Nadine Velazquez,the late Lupe Ontiveros, Maria Conchita Alonso and Guy Ecker. Melendez also has lively conversations with international stars including Aaron Spelling, Usher, Sofía Vergara, Halle Berry, Hugh Jackman, John Travolta, Shakira and Marc Anthony.
Journey of A Female Comic was produced by Latin Hollywood Films in association with Lions Kill Productions. It is produced and directed by Erick M. Crespo and Kiki Melendez, written by Lyn McCullough and Kiki Melendez. Executive Producers are David Albert Pierce, Mark Ford, Paul Lawrence, Gloria Ortiz, Vickie Leyva and Mike Levy.
To read more about this film visit: Here...
An award-winning actress,writer,producer, TV personality and trailblazing figure, Melendez is best known for creating Galavision’s #1 entertainment show in 2000, “Kiki Desde Hollywood”, and Showtime Network’s hit show, “Hot Tamales Live!”in2008, the longest running all-female comedy show, now available on Hulu.
Her debut feature is an inspirational film for audiences of all races,genders,and backgrounds. It centers on Melendez’ life growing up in a developing country, being raised by a single immigrant mother, and her career in Hollywood pursuing the American Dream. Never forgetting her humble beginnings, Melendez’ journey is thought-provoking, inspiring audiences to discover the difference between fame and fulfillment.
Thanks to initial enthusiastic reception during test screenings, AMC’s independent program added the 88-minute version to its slate. "Journey of A Female Comic fits perfectly within our AMC Independent programming initiative, which opens our screens to movies that resonate with our diverse audiences,” said Nikkole Denson-Randolph, Vice President of Alternative Content at AMC. “Kiki Melendez’ story is honest and entertaining, and will connect with many of our guests
“I am so grateful to AMC Independent for the opportunity to share my story. My hope in making this film, is to encourage and inspire women to take their dreams into their own hands”, says Melendez.
The feature began as an experimental short film,which premiered at the Dr Global International Film Festival. It also opened at Miami's Hispanicize Film Showcase and The Broadway International Film Festival in 2012, where it represented the U.S. and won “Best Documentary”.
The documentary also features other prominent Latino figures in Hollywood, including interviews with Edward James Olmos, Jacob Vargas, Esai Morales, Nadine Velazquez,the late Lupe Ontiveros, Maria Conchita Alonso and Guy Ecker. Melendez also has lively conversations with international stars including Aaron Spelling, Usher, Sofía Vergara, Halle Berry, Hugh Jackman, John Travolta, Shakira and Marc Anthony.
Journey of A Female Comic was produced by Latin Hollywood Films in association with Lions Kill Productions. It is produced and directed by Erick M. Crespo and Kiki Melendez, written by Lyn McCullough and Kiki Melendez. Executive Producers are David Albert Pierce, Mark Ford, Paul Lawrence, Gloria Ortiz, Vickie Leyva and Mike Levy.
To read more about this film visit: Here...
- 4/2/2014
- by Sydney Levine
- Sydney's Buzz
The Veronica Mars movie will be released on DVD and open at cinemas on the same day, March 14.
The follow-up to the TV series was funded by a Kickstarter campaign, and will follow the titular former private investigator - played by Kristen Bell - living in New York with Piz (Chris Lowell) and pursuing a career in law.
Veronica Mars movie cast: Who's returning, who's not
This will mark the first time one of Hollywood's six major studios - in this case Warner Bros - has distributed a movie in cinemas and for home viewing simultaneously in the Us.
Cinemas have traditionally insisted on a 'theatrical window', meaning that a film cannot be released for home viewing until 90 days after its cinema run.
The Wall Street Journal reports that, as Warner Bros has set up an unusual arrangement whereby it will rent 260 screens across the Us from AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc,...
The follow-up to the TV series was funded by a Kickstarter campaign, and will follow the titular former private investigator - played by Kristen Bell - living in New York with Piz (Chris Lowell) and pursuing a career in law.
Veronica Mars movie cast: Who's returning, who's not
This will mark the first time one of Hollywood's six major studios - in this case Warner Bros - has distributed a movie in cinemas and for home viewing simultaneously in the Us.
Cinemas have traditionally insisted on a 'theatrical window', meaning that a film cannot be released for home viewing until 90 days after its cinema run.
The Wall Street Journal reports that, as Warner Bros has set up an unusual arrangement whereby it will rent 260 screens across the Us from AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc,...
- 2/22/2014
- Digital Spy
Veronica Mars was never going to be an ordinary movie. As a feature length addendum to the TV show that was cancelled in 2007, it came into being by shattering fundraising records on the crowdfunding platform, Kickstarter. It defied the odds by drawing back the original cast members, impressed nay-sayers with the timely release of a trailer that suggests a film entirely in-keeping with the spirit of the show, and on March 14th 2014, it will make history as Warner Bros.’ first simultaneous release in cinemas and online.
The release date itself puts the finished film into the world one year after the Veronica Mars Kickstarter campaign launched. Aware of the long-standing demands of devoted fans of their show, star Kristen Bell and creator Rob Thomas had convinced Warner Bros to produce the film if they raised $2 million through crowdfunding. Using social media to spread the word of their cunning plan, their modest goal was quickly surpassed,...
The release date itself puts the finished film into the world one year after the Veronica Mars Kickstarter campaign launched. Aware of the long-standing demands of devoted fans of their show, star Kristen Bell and creator Rob Thomas had convinced Warner Bros to produce the film if they raised $2 million through crowdfunding. Using social media to spread the word of their cunning plan, their modest goal was quickly surpassed,...
- 2/22/2014
- by Sarah Myles
- We Got This Covered
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