MoviePass... would it work for you? [UPDATE: THE DEAD SHALL RISE]
#2926
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re: MoviePass... would it work for you? [UPDATE: THE DEAD SHALL RISE]
I need to stop popping into this thread. It's just not fun to read. I've been so happy after making the switch to AMC A-List. If anything, I'm grateful that Movie Pass tried something that looks to be innovating and changing how we do movies. But to watch its floundering now is just a bummer.
#2927
re: MoviePass... would it work for you? [UPDATE: THE DEAD SHALL RISE]
I need to stop popping into this thread. It's just not fun to read. I've been so happy after making the switch to AMC A-List. If anything, I'm grateful that Movie Pass tried something that looks to be innovating and changing how we do movies. But to watch its floundering now is just a bummer.
#2928
DVD Talk Hero
re: MoviePass... would it work for you? [UPDATE: THE DEAD SHALL RISE]
They're really going to run into a problem with their "red carpet" offering, because the guys that pay 25 bucks are for sure going to get their money's worth.
#2929
DVD Talk Legend & 2021 TOTY Winner
re: MoviePass... would it work for you? [UPDATE: THE DEAD SHALL RISE]
That plan is really only going to draw subscribers in areas where the tickets are very expensive though. Here, the most expensive regular 2D tickets are only 11-12 bucks, so the savings aren't really that significant. I haven't singed up for A-List yet, and I don't know if I'm going to, but I still feel like it's a much better deal than this is.
#2930
DVD Talk Hero
re: MoviePass... would it work for you? [UPDATE: THE DEAD SHALL RISE]
They're still limiting you to 3 2D movies per month with that plan, just with supposedly no restrictions on when you can see them. They will lose money on it most likely, but not anywhere near like they were on the old unlimited plan.
That plan is really only going to draw subscribers in areas where the tickets are very expensive though. Here, the most expensive regular 2D tickets are only 11-12 bucks, so the savings aren't really that significant. I haven't singed up for A-List yet, and I don't know if I'm going to, but I still feel like it's a much better deal than this is.
That plan is really only going to draw subscribers in areas where the tickets are very expensive though. Here, the most expensive regular 2D tickets are only 11-12 bucks, so the savings aren't really that significant. I haven't singed up for A-List yet, and I don't know if I'm going to, but I still feel like it's a much better deal than this is.
I understand they potentially lose less money, but what I'm saying is that nearly every single one of those tier of subscribers is going to lose them money. Like if I'm paying 25 bucks a month, I'm seeing my three movies no matter what, it's no longer an impulse thing where they could potentially make money off my laziness.
#2931
DVD Talk Legend & 2021 TOTY Winner
re: MoviePass... would it work for you? [UPDATE: THE DEAD SHALL RISE]
I guess I was confusing the pricing tiers too, because I read it again, and "Red Carpet" allows for IMAX and 3D shows (though times appear to be restricted), so yeah, if you're buying 3 IMAX tickets per month, that would probably be a significant money loser in the case of most subscribers. I mixed up "Red Carpet" with "All Access"
#2932
DVD Talk Legend & 2021 TOTY Winner
re: MoviePass... would it work for you? [UPDATE: THE DEAD SHALL RISE]
Actually, I just went to MoviePass's website and the new plans are up (but you can't subscribe to them until next year) and their description of "Red Carpet" is different than what Variety makes it sound like.
It says:
Select
Great Value. Special Selection of Movies Just For You.
Starting at $9.95 a month
All Access
All Movies. All Showtimes. No restrictions.
Starting at $14.95 a month
Red Carpet
All Movies. All Showtimes. 1 Premium screening.
So select is like what we have now. All Access is 3 2D movies per month with supposedly no restrictions on movies or showtimes. Red Carpet is exactly the same as All Access, but ONE of your 3 movies can be 3D or IMAX.
It says:
Select
Great Value. Special Selection of Movies Just For You.
Starting at $9.95 a month
All Access
All Movies. All Showtimes. No restrictions.
Starting at $14.95 a month
Red Carpet
All Movies. All Showtimes. 1 Premium screening.
So select is like what we have now. All Access is 3 2D movies per month with supposedly no restrictions on movies or showtimes. Red Carpet is exactly the same as All Access, but ONE of your 3 movies can be 3D or IMAX.
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re: MoviePass... would it work for you? [UPDATE: THE DEAD SHALL RISE]
Actually, I just went to MoviePass's website and the new plans are up (but you can't subscribe to them until next year) and their description of "Red Carpet" is different than what Variety makes it sound like.
It says:
Select
Great Value. Special Selection of Movies Just For You.
Starting at $9.95 a month
All Access
All Movies. All Showtimes. No restrictions.
Starting at $14.95 a month
Red Carpet
All Movies. All Showtimes. 1 Premium screening.
So select is like what we have now. All Access is 3 2D movies per month with supposedly no restrictions on movies or showtimes. Red Carpet is exactly the same as All Access, but ONE of your 3 movies can be 3D or IMAX.
It says:
Select
Great Value. Special Selection of Movies Just For You.
Starting at $9.95 a month
All Access
All Movies. All Showtimes. No restrictions.
Starting at $14.95 a month
Red Carpet
All Movies. All Showtimes. 1 Premium screening.
So select is like what we have now. All Access is 3 2D movies per month with supposedly no restrictions on movies or showtimes. Red Carpet is exactly the same as All Access, but ONE of your 3 movies can be 3D or IMAX.
On a separate note, the only regret I have about dropping my subscription is that my MoviePass history, showing which films I saw, is gone. I really wish I would have thought to export that. I remember some but definitely not all.
#2934
re: MoviePass... would it work for you? [UPDATE: THE DEAD SHALL RISE]
#2935
DVD Talk Hero
re: MoviePass... would it work for you? [UPDATE: THE DEAD SHALL RISE]
Actually, I just went to MoviePass's website and the new plans are up (but you can't subscribe to them until next year) and their description of "Red Carpet" is different than what Variety makes it sound like.
It says:
Select
Great Value. Special Selection of Movies Just For You.
Starting at $9.95 a month
All Access
All Movies. All Showtimes. No restrictions.
Starting at $14.95 a month
Red Carpet
All Movies. All Showtimes. 1 Premium screening.
So select is like what we have now. All Access is 3 2D movies per month with supposedly no restrictions on movies or showtimes. Red Carpet is exactly the same as All Access, but ONE of your 3 movies can be 3D or IMAX.
It says:
Select
Great Value. Special Selection of Movies Just For You.
Starting at $9.95 a month
All Access
All Movies. All Showtimes. No restrictions.
Starting at $14.95 a month
Red Carpet
All Movies. All Showtimes. 1 Premium screening.
So select is like what we have now. All Access is 3 2D movies per month with supposedly no restrictions on movies or showtimes. Red Carpet is exactly the same as All Access, but ONE of your 3 movies can be 3D or IMAX.
All access:
119.95/year, 99.95/year if you buy 2+
Red Carpet:
149.95/year, 139.95/year if you buy 2+
I have to say, even if you believe they'll be around for a whole year, you'd be really foolish to think they're not going to change the terms on a whim.
edited to add: man, they're even screwing the people who are currently members out of this.
Codes may be submitted on the MoviePass website (link to be provided) starting on December 25, 2018, for 12 months of MoviePass. Code(s) must be submitted by April 30, 2019. Codes valid only for new subscribers or subscribers with a canceled or lapsed account prior to December 1, 2018.
Payment by ACH bank transfer is currently the only option to sign up for this plan.
Your bank account will be debited the above total amount today, and you will receive an email with your subscription code(s) by December 24, 2018.
Your bank account will be debited the above total amount today, and you will receive an email with your subscription code(s) by December 24, 2018.
Last edited by fujishig; 12-06-18 at 11:50 AM.
#2936
DVD Talk Legend
re: MoviePass... would it work for you? [UPDATE: THE DEAD SHALL RISE]
Holy crap indeed. Who would trust this company with bank info?
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Sounds like the credit card processors have cut them off.
One tidbit I did hear on a podcast but haven’t seen here: supposedly Mitch Lowe is no longer in charge of daily operations. They brought somebody in to take over that part of the business. The fact that he is still there at all is concerning.
One tidbit I did hear on a podcast but haven’t seen here: supposedly Mitch Lowe is no longer in charge of daily operations. They brought somebody in to take over that part of the business. The fact that he is still there at all is concerning.
#2938
DVD Talk Gold Edition
re: MoviePass... would it work for you? [UPDATE: THE DEAD SHALL RISE]
MP are so high if they think anyone is going to trust them after this year.
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#2940
DVD Talk Legend
re: MoviePass... would it work for you? [UPDATE: THE DEAD SHALL RISE]
There is no way I'd ever give them my ACH info. And I'll never deal with them again because if the terms are significantly changed you should either be grandfathered or have the option to opt out and cancel and get a pro-rated refund.
#2941
DVD Talk Hero
#2942
DVD Talk Hall of Fame
re: MoviePass... would it work for you? [UPDATE: THE DEAD SHALL RISE]
They are refusing to die. New plans and pricing tiers announced. Depends on the region where you live. Still 3 movies per month for all these plans.
https://variety.com/2018/film/news/m...we-1203081461/
https://variety.com/2018/film/news/m...we-1203081461/
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I think everyone would have been fine with this 6 months ago. But who in the world would trust them now? The last two months of my subscription I was only able to see two movies and that with me not caring about seeing the movie I said I was seeing. I would just see the "no more showings" screen for anytime after about 1pm.
“Heard AMC Theaters jumped on board the movie subscription train. Twice the price for 1/4 the theater network and 60% fewer movies. Thanks for making us look good AMC!”
#2944
re: MoviePass... would it work for you? [UPDATE: THE DEAD SHALL RISE]
AMC has repeatedly disparaged our model as a way to discourage our growth because all along they wanted to launch their own, more expensive plan. We want to make movies more accessible, they want more profit.
— MoviePass (@MoviePass) June 20, 2018
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#2946
DVD Talk Legend
re: MoviePass... would it work for you? [UPDATE: THE DEAD SHALL RISE]
Well they were correct on one thing, they definitely went the route of no profit. Profit is not a dirty word. It's how companies grow, add workforce, get stronger.
#2947
DVD Talk Hall of Fame
re: MoviePass... would it work for you? [UPDATE: THE DEAD SHALL RISE]
I still really wish Movie Pass made it. I'm liking the AMC A list but the nearest one is 15 mins down the road from my nearest theater I went to. And being able to see a movie at virtually ANY theater especially when going out of town was really nice.
You could have BEEN something Movie Pass. Instead you threw it all away. We were really rooting for you.
You could have BEEN something Movie Pass. Instead you threw it all away. We were really rooting for you.
#2948
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re: MoviePass... would it work for you? [UPDATE: THE DEAD SHALL RISE]
https://deadline.com/2018/12/bruce-w...th-1202522480/
Bruce Willis probably has the worst agent ever. Signs a 3 picture deal with MoviePass films.
Bruce Willis probably has the worst agent ever. Signs a 3 picture deal with MoviePass films.
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Hopefully he didn’t take any stock options.
Today is the first possible day for delisting. Closing price 1.6 cents.
The good news is that they renegotiated debt that will allow them to sell BILLIONS of additional shares!
Here is a fun fact:
https://www.businessinsider.com/movi...sation-2018-12
Today is the first possible day for delisting. Closing price 1.6 cents.
The good news is that they renegotiated debt that will allow them to sell BILLIONS of additional shares!
Here is a fun fact:
Helios and Matheson gave its CEO a total pay package of $8.9 million last year. That included $225,000 in salary, $1.35 million in cash bonuses, stock awards worth $7.25 million at the time they were granted, and $76,050 in housing expenses.
The company hasn't yet awarded the shares underlying the stock award to Farnsworth, because they have to be approved by shareholders first. But those shares are now worth just $49.50, thanks to the dramatic decline in the company's stock price.
The company hasn't yet awarded the shares underlying the stock award to Farnsworth, because they have to be approved by shareholders first. But those shares are now worth just $49.50, thanks to the dramatic decline in the company's stock price.
#2950
re: MoviePass... would it work for you? [UPDATE: THE DEAD SHALL RISE]
Based on the information it is too hard to tell but that CEO has the potential to have a large tax bill for now worthless stock.