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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

  • ‘Gran Turismo’ Races to $1.4 Million at Thursday Box Office

    After weeks of word-of-mouth sneak previews, Sony’s sports drama is hoping for a Cinema Day boost

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    August 25, 2023 @ 8:39 AM

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    ‘Gran Turismo’ Races to $1.4 Million at Thursday Box Office

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  • ‘Dune 2’ Delayed to March 2024 While ‘Godzilla x Kong’ Moves to April

    Denis Villeneuve’s anticipated sci-fi sequel was originally scheduled for release in November

    By

    Scott Mendelson and Umberto Gonzalez
    August 24, 2023 @ 3:00 PM
    Movies
    3:00 PM
    ‘Dune 2’ Delayed to March 2024 While ‘Godzilla x Kong’ Moves to April
  • ‘Spring Breakers’ Director Harmony Korine Says Gaming Revolution Underway in Hollywood: ‘Something New Is Being Born’

    The filmmaker says as a result he has “just lost interest in normal films” but is curious about what’s next

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    August 24, 2023 @ 11:10 AM
    Movies
    11:10 AM
    ‘Spring Breakers’ Director Harmony Korine Says Gaming Revolution Underway in Hollywood: ‘Something New Is Being Born’
  • David Ayer Says He Has ‘Nothing to Show’ for Writing the First ‘Fast and the Furious’ Movie

    “Biggest franchise in Hollywood, and I don’t have any of it,” the filmmaker tells Jon Bernthal’s “Real Ones” podcast

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    August 24, 2023 @ 10:26 AM
    Movies
    10:26 AM
    David Ayer Says He Has ‘Nothing to Show’ for Writing the First ‘Fast and the Furious’ Movie
  • Why AMC Entertainment’s Stock Is Slipping as APE Nears Its End | Analysis

    The multiplex chain has seen its shares crash to below $2 in advance of its controversial conversion plan

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    August 23, 2023 @ 3:15 PM

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    3:15 PM
    Why AMC Entertainment’s Stock Is Slipping as APE Nears Its End | Analysis

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  • Michael Mann Blames Himself for ‘Blackhat’ Box Office Failure

    The Chris Hemsworth-led hacker action film earned just $20 million on a $70 million budget in 2015

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    August 23, 2023 @ 1:28 PM
    Movies
    1:28 PM
    Michael Mann Blames Himself for ‘Blackhat’ Box Office Failure
  • ‘Expend4bles’ Red-Band Trailer Delivers R-Rated Blood and Guts

    The latest trailer promises that this won’t be another PG-13 romp with Sylvester Stallone and Jason Statham

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    August 23, 2023 @ 9:00 AM
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    9:00 AM
    ‘Expend4bles’ Red-Band Trailer Delivers R-Rated Blood and Guts
  • Time Out! Why Strike Delays Might Be Good for Ailing Superhero Movies

    Studios should take the time to revamp their comic-book content strategies

    By

    Scott Mendelson and Umberto Gonzalez
    August 22, 2023 @ 6:00 AM

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    6:00 AM
    Time Out! Why Strike Delays Might Be Good for Ailing Superhero Movies

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  • Lionsgate Reinstates Mask Mandate Amid Rising COVID Cases in LA

    The studio’s core Santa Monica office will also require daily self-screenings for employees prior to coming to work

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    August 21, 2023 @ 1:34 PM
    Movies
    1:34 PM
    Lionsgate Reinstates Mask Mandate Amid Rising COVID Cases in LA
  • ‘Reptile’ Trailer Reunites Alicia Silverstone and Benicio Del Toro for Netflix Thriller (Video)

    Justin Timberlake co-stars in the Grant Singer-directed film

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    August 21, 2023 @ 7:00 AM
    Movies
    7:00 AM
    ‘Reptile’ Trailer Reunites Alicia Silverstone and Benicio Del Toro for Netflix Thriller (Video)
  • ‘Blue Beetle’ Earns $3.3 Million at Thursday Box Office

    “Strays,” an R-rated comedy about talking animals taking revenge on the humans that spurned them, earned $1.1 million in previews.

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    August 18, 2023 @ 7:45 AM

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    ‘Blue Beetle’ Earns $3.3 Million at Thursday Box Office

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  • Hollywood Has a Blockbuster Budget Problem | Analysis

    COVID costs, inflation and streamers set new normals for production costs that have led to a slew of overpriced tentpoles

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    August 16, 2023 @ 6:00 AM

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    6:00 AM
    Hollywood Has a Blockbuster Budget Problem | Analysis

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  • Michael B. Jordan, Sofia Coppola, Meryl Streep and Oprah Winfrey to Receive Honors at Film Academy Museum Gala

    The event, set for October 14, has permission from WGA and SAG-AFTRA to move forward amid the strikes

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    August 15, 2023 @ 10:44 AM
    Movies
    10:44 AM
    Michael B. Jordan, Sofia Coppola, Meryl Streep and Oprah Winfrey to Receive Honors at Film Academy Museum Gala
  • ‘Exorcist’ Director William Friedkin to Receive Turner Classic Movies Tribute

    The two-night event will feature the TCM premiere of the 2018 documentary “Friedkin Uncut”

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    August 14, 2023 @ 11:00 AM
    Movies
    11:00 AM
    ‘Exorcist’ Director William Friedkin to Receive Turner Classic Movies Tribute
  • AMC Entertainment Stock Tumbles 34% as CEO Announces End of APE

    Adam Aron shares plans to do a 1:10 reverse split and consolidate all shares into standard common shares

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    August 14, 2023 @ 10:58 AM
    Movies
    10:58 AM
    AMC Entertainment Stock Tumbles 34% as CEO Announces End of APE
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