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Industry Group Urges Studios to Rethink Screen Commitments to Help Canadian Films
A network representing independent Canadian cinemas is calling on major film studios to drop 'full-show commitments,' arguing the practice limits small-town theatres from programming domestic movies. A new report highlights how rigid studio bookings, alongside a lack of awareness and lower perceived audience appeal, contribute to the challenges facing Canadian cinema.
Ronny Silva
September 16, 2026
