Movie Industry Updates at CinemaCon

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Paramount Pictures unveiled gory first-look footage from 'Gladiator 2' at CinemaCon in Las Vegas. The sequel features star Paul Mescal battling in a Colosseum filled with rhinos and baboons. Disney also presented an R-rated superhero movie, 'Deadpool & Wolverine.'

Key Points

  • Paramount's 'Gladiator 2' sequel with new actors and storyline
  • Disney's departure from family-friendly content with 'Deadpool & Wolverine'
  • Merger talks between Paramount and Skydance

Pros

  • Exciting first-look footage of 'Gladiator 2' unveiled at CinemaCon
  • Star-studded presentation by Disney with unexpected R-rated content

Cons

  • Uncertain times for Paramount and the wider big-screen industry
  • Expected fall in Hollywood box office receipts in 2024