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Movie Theaters: What We Love & Why They're Struggling

After some heavy episodes, Eve and Brian lighten things up with a fun conversation about their love of movies and movie theaters—and why the industry is in deep trouble.

We discuss what makes the theatrical experience magical, how individual UX improvements accidentally killed the communal vibe, and whether movie theaters can survive the streaming era.

Discussed in this episode:

What we love about the movie theater experience

How assigned seating and luxury amenities changed everything

The rise and fall of MoviePass

The Atom app and modernizing the theater experience

Supporting small…

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