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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

  • Johnny Depp’s ‘Jeanne Du Barry’ Lands Domestic Distribution From Vertical

    Maïwenn’s historical drama debuted to mixed reviews at Cannes

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    June 7, 2023 @ 12:40 PM
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    12:40 PM
    Johnny Depp’s ‘Jeanne Du Barry’ Lands Domestic Distribution From Vertical
  • Sundance Institute’s Carrie Lozano Joins ITVS as President and CEO

    The former president of the documentary film and artist programs succeeds Sally Jo Fifer’s 22-year tenure

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    June 7, 2023 @ 10:15 AM
    Movies
    10:15 AM
    Sundance Institute’s Carrie Lozano Joins ITVS as President and CEO
  • For Chris Nolan’s ‘Oppenheimer,’ an R Rating Is a Calculated Risk | Analysis

    A willingness to forgo a PG-13 for the atom-bomb epic shows Universal pitching itself as a safe studio for marquee filmmakers

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    June 2, 2023 @ 3:40 PM

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    For Chris Nolan’s ‘Oppenheimer,’ an R Rating Is a Calculated Risk | Analysis

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  • ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ Webs $17.4 Million in Thursday Previews

    Sony’s animated Marvel sequel could triple the opening weekend of “Into the Spider-Verse”

    By

    Jeremy Fuster and Scott Mendelson
    June 2, 2023 @ 8:04 AM

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    ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ Webs $17.4 Million in Thursday Previews

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  • Brendan Fraser, Stephanie Hsu, Zoey Deutch Join Tribeca Film Festival Jury Panel

    The 22nd annual New York-based event will also hand out the Nora Ephron Award

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    June 1, 2023 @ 10:57 AM
    Movies
    10:57 AM
    Brendan Fraser, Stephanie Hsu, Zoey Deutch Join Tribeca Film Festival Jury Panel
  • Vudu Becomes New Streaming Home for AMC Theatres On Demand

    Starting today, Fandango’s streaming catalog is available to AMC On Demand customers

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    June 1, 2023 @ 7:00 AM
    Movies
    7:00 AM
    Vudu Becomes New Streaming Home for AMC Theatres On Demand
  • Why ‘Little Mermaid’ May Mark the End of Disney’s Remake Factory Hits | Analysis

    The well is running dry for the company’s Renaissance-era movies and there’s doubt more recent successes like “Moana” and “Frozen” will perform

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    June 1, 2023 @ 6:00 AM

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    6:00 AM
    Why ‘Little Mermaid’ May Mark the End of Disney’s Remake Factory Hits | Analysis

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  • Armie Hammer Not Charged in Los Angeles Sex Assault Case

    The L.A. district attorney said the “Lone Ranger” star’s relationship to the accuser was “too complex” to prove a crime was committed

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 31, 2023 @ 1:29 PM
    Movies
    1:29 PM
    Armie Hammer Not Charged in Los Angeles Sex Assault Case
  • Jennifer Lopez Movie ‘Unstoppable’ Halts Filming Amid WGA Strike Picketing

    The Artists Equity wrestling drama was shooting near USC

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 31, 2023 @ 12:49 PM
    Movies
    12:49 PM
    Jennifer Lopez Movie ‘Unstoppable’ Halts Filming Amid WGA Strike Picketing
  • ‘The Last Rider’: Greg LeMond’s Setbacks and Triumphant Comeback Laid Bare in Trailer for Documentary (Video)

    LeMond was the first and still the only American to win the Tour de France

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 31, 2023 @ 8:00 AM
    Movies
    8:00 AM
    ‘The Last Rider’: Greg LeMond’s Setbacks and Triumphant Comeback Laid Bare in Trailer for Documentary (Video)
  • Jackie Chan and John Cena Team Up in ‘Hidden Strike’ Trailer (Video)

    The long-gestating action comedy may finally arrive at a theater near you

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 30, 2023 @ 5:04 PM
    Movies
    5:04 PM
    Jackie Chan and John Cena Team Up in ‘Hidden Strike’ Trailer (Video)
  • ‘Fast X’ Is Disappointing in China – Once the Saga’s No. 1 Market | Charts

    Universal’s street-racing franchise is far more dependent on the country than other big Hollywood tentpoles like “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3”

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 26, 2023 @ 12:40 PM

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    12:40 PM
    ‘Fast X’ Is Disappointing in China – Once the Saga’s No. 1 Market | Charts

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  • The Most Anticipated Summer Movies of 2023

    From “Barbie” to “Blue Beetle,” mark your calendars for these trips to a movie theater over the next few months

    By

    Kristen Lopez, Drew Taylor, Scott Mendelson, Jeremy Fuster, Umberto Gonzalez, and Haleigh Foutch
    May 26, 2023 @ 9:30 AM
    Movies
    9:30 AM
    The Most Anticipated Summer Movies of 2023
  • ‘Little Mermaid’ Swims to $10.3 Million at Thursday Box Office

    The latest Walt Disney remake is expected to top $100 million over its Memorial Day weekend debut

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 26, 2023 @ 8:55 AM

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    8:55 AM
    ‘Little Mermaid’ Swims to $10.3 Million at Thursday Box Office

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  • Cannes Day 11: Wim Wenders’ ‘Perfect Days’ Has Perfect Debut

    Meanwhile Catherine Breillat’s “Last Summer,” about an older woman sleeping with her very young stepson, earned a more complicated reaction

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 26, 2023 @ 8:30 AM
    Movies
    8:30 AM
    Cannes Day 11: Wim Wenders’ ‘Perfect Days’ Has Perfect Debut
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