Robbie, Blum Join Cinema United Council; Ascent Rebrands; Marcus Taps Miller
Margot Robbie and Jason Blum join Cinema United's Filmmaker Leadership Council, Ascent Creatives International rebrands after a merger, and Marcus Theatres names Shannah Miller SVP of marketing and sales.
Margot Robbie and Jason Blum have joined Cinema United's Filmmaker Leadership Council, the organization said. The council brings filmmakers into the exhibition trade group's work at a time when theatrical releases remain a central issue for studios and cinemas.
Separately, Ascent Creatives International announced its new name and rebrand following the merger of Dattner Dispoto and Associates with Worldwide Production Agency. The combined company will operate under the Ascent Creatives International banner.
In exhibition news, Shannah Miller was named senior vice president of marketing and sales for Marcus Theatres, starting Oct. 19. Miller most recently served as vice president of marketing for Fathom Entertainment and previously held leadership positions at Atom Tickets and Sony Music.
Robbie is currently in production on the 'Ocean's Eleven' prequel, which she is also producing under her LuckyChap banner. Blum is the founder and CEO of Blumhouse Productions, the company behind the 'Paranormal Activity,' 'The Purge,' 'Insidious' and 'Sinister' franchises.
The moves, reported by Variety, reflect continued shuffling in film industry leadership as companies position themselves for the next release cycle.
Quick answers
Who joined Cinema United's Filmmaker Leadership Council?
Margot Robbie and Jason Blum joined the council.
What is Ascent Creatives International?
It is the new name and rebrand following the merger of Dattner Dispoto and Associates with Worldwide Production Agency.
When does Shannah Miller start at Marcus Theatres?
She starts Oct. 19 as senior vice president of marketing and sales.