The COVID-19 pandemic completely changed every aspect of our lives, including our movie-going experience. Several major trends emerged over the course of 2020, and they’ll change the world of cinema in the years to come.
Drive-In Theaters
Drive-in theaters provided a safer way to watch movies on the big screen during theater lockdowns, and we fully immersed in the magic of this retro craze.
Box Office Slump
The global box office has dropped by billions of dollars as the release dates of many major blockbusters were postponed, and it will take time for people to rediscover the magic of traditional theaters now that they’ve reopening.
The Rise of Streaming Services
Streaming services have been on the rise for over a decade, and 2020 has been their best year so far. Warner Bros.’ decision to simultaneously release their 2021 movies in theaters and on HBO Max has proven to be a huge game-changer but also stirred controversy that still hasn’t died down.
Award Season Shift
The Oscars are now set to take place on April 25th, 2021 after being postponed by two months. Many major ceremonies followed, and we’re yet to see if this will be a one-time thing or a major change that will completely transform the award season schedule.
