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Scott Mendelson

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Before joining The Wrap, Scott Mendelson got his industry start in 2008 with a self-piloted film blog titled “Mendelson’s Memos.” In 2013, he was recruited to write for Forbes.com where he wrote almost exclusively for nearly a decade.
In that time he published copious in-depth analytical and editorialized entertainment industry articles specializing in (but not exclusively focused upon) theatrical box office.

A well-known industry pundit, Mendelson has appeared on numerous podcasts and been featured as a talking head on NPR, CNN, Fox and BBC.

Resides In:

Moorpark, CA

Education:

BA in Film Theory/Criticism from Wright State University

  • The Lessons of ‘Oppenheimer’ in China Go Beyond Its Star Director | Analysis

    Christopher Nolan is a legitimate draw in the country, but that’s not the only reason for his latest cinematic success

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    Scott Mendelson
    September 8, 2023 @ 4:31 PM

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    The Lessons of ‘Oppenheimer’ in China Go Beyond Its Star Director | Analysis

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  • Sally Singer Named WME Fashion’s President of Art + Commerce

    Singer recently served as the head of fashion direction for Amazon following a lengthy tenure at Vogue

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    September 8, 2023 @ 12:34 PM
    Fashion
    12:34 PM
    Sally Singer Named WME Fashion’s President of Art + Commerce
  • Paul Feig Gifts $100,000 to Strike Relief Fund in Support of ‘Those Caught in the Crossfire’

    The filmmaker behind “Bridesmaids” and “A Simple Favor” tells TheWrap about his decision to donate to the MPTF’s Community Care Fund

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    September 8, 2023 @ 11:39 AM
    Movies
    11:39 AM
    Paul Feig Gifts $100,000 to Strike Relief Fund in Support of ‘Those Caught in the Crossfire’
  • ‘The Nun II’ Conjures Up $3.1 Million at Thursday Box Office

    The latest chapter in the “Conjuring” universe is aiming for another $25 million-plus opening weekend

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    September 8, 2023 @ 7:42 AM

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    ‘The Nun II’ Conjures Up $3.1 Million at Thursday Box Office

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  • Historic CAA Deal Is ‘a Smart Move,’ Say Hollywood Insiders

    One high-level studio exec praised the move’s timing, “considering half of the entertainment industry is currently on strike”

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    September 7, 2023 @ 5:14 PM

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    5:14 PM
    Historic CAA Deal Is ‘a Smart Move,’ Say Hollywood Insiders

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  • Bradley Cooper’s ‘Maestro’ to Close AFI Fest

    Netflix’s Leonard Bernstein biopic, also starring Carey Mulligan, will screen at the Los Angeles event Oct. 29

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    September 7, 2023 @ 1:12 PM
    Movies
    1:12 PM
    Bradley Cooper’s ‘Maestro’ to Close AFI Fest
  • Sony Picks Andrew Reinsdorf to Head Government Public Policy and External Affairs

    Reinsdorf will report to Leah Weil, senior EVP and general counsel

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    September 7, 2023 @ 12:13 PM
    Movies
    12:13 PM
    Sony Picks Andrew Reinsdorf to Head Government Public Policy and External Affairs
  • Gucci Owner Artémis Buys CAA in Reported $7 Billion Deal, Bryan Lourd to Be Named CEO

    Owner of global luxury brands makes stunning investment in Hollywood talent agency that promises to blend entertainment and fashion, art and luxury in new ways

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    September 7, 2023 @ 10:00 AM
    Movies
    10:00 AM
    Gucci Owner Artémis Buys CAA in Reported $7 Billion Deal, Bryan Lourd to Be Named CEO
  • ‘Sound of Freedom’ Is a Hit – So Why Isn’t Its Director Making Bank?

    The rights to the potential franchise are complicated, but director Alejandro Gómez Monteverde is looking to the future

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    September 6, 2023 @ 4:21 PM

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    4:21 PM
    ‘Sound of Freedom’ Is a Hit – So Why Isn’t Its Director Making Bank?

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  • Emily Blunt and Chris Evans Sell Legal Drugs in ‘Pain Hustler’ Trailer (Video)

    The comedy about pharmaceutical reps opens theatrically on Oct. 10 before premiering Oct. 27 on Netflix

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    September 6, 2023 @ 10:13 AM
    Movies
    10:13 AM
    Emily Blunt and Chris Evans Sell Legal Drugs in ‘Pain Hustler’ Trailer (Video)
  • Steven Mnuchin, Former Trump Official, Buys $31 Million Stake in Lionsgate

    The 77th U.S. treasury secretary has procured a small piece of the Santa Monica-based studio

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    September 5, 2023 @ 3:44 PM
    News
    3:44 PM
    Steven Mnuchin, Former Trump Official, Buys $31 Million Stake in Lionsgate
  • Kaitlyn Dever Fights an Alien Invasion in First ‘No One Will Save You’ Trailer (Video)

    The latest from “Spontaneous” director Brian Duffield will arrive on Hulu from 20th Century Studios on Sept. 22

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    September 5, 2023 @ 11:19 AM
    Movies
    11:19 AM
    Kaitlyn Dever Fights an Alien Invasion in First ‘No One Will Save You’ Trailer (Video)
  • ‘Cabrini,’ From the Director of ‘Sound of Freedom,’ Gets 2024 Release

    The newest movie from Alejandro Monteverde will open theatrically nationwide on March 8, 2024

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    September 5, 2023 @ 10:30 AM
    Movies
    10:30 AM
    ‘Cabrini,’ From the Director of ‘Sound of Freedom,’ Gets 2024 Release
  •  ‘Stray’ Video Game to Become a Movie as Annapurna Ramps up Animation Department

    Nick Bruno, Julie Zachary and Erica Pulcini will develop the new animated film alongside “Ice Age” director Chris Wedge

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    September 5, 2023 @ 10:11 AM
    Movies
    10:11 AM
     ‘Stray’ Video Game to Become a Movie as Annapurna Ramps up Animation Department
  • Fall 2023 Film Preview: 30 Must-See New Movies

    From “Saltburn” to “The Nun 2,” these are movies that everyone will be talking about this season

    By

    Kristen Lopez, Jeremy Fuster, Scott Mendelson, Drew Taylor, Umberto Gonzalez, Haleigh Foutch, and Dessi Gomez
    September 1, 2023 @ 5:35 PM
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    5:35 PM
    Fall 2023 Film Preview: 30 Must-See New Movies
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