Home Media Magazine - October 21-27, 2007 - (Page 25)

www.homemediamagazine.com NEWS store rental revenue and profitability — not subscriber growth. “We envision a scenario where Netflix grows its subscriber base while Blockbuster loses subscribers and where both companies profit immensely,” the note said. “We continue to believe that the rental market is stabilizing, and believe a strong lineup of films released on DVD this fall will allow Blockbuster to return to profitability.” Netflix doesn’t comment on analyst projections. Blockbuster was not available for comment by press time. The No. 1 video rental company reports Q3 results Nov. 1; Netflix reports financials Oct. 22. retail footprint, including possibly branded kiosks. Continued from page 6 was continuing to grow. Berger didn’t deny the dialogue be open 24/7.” “[Our] business model ($1 rentals) is with Blockbuster and Gallery about Gary Lancina, VP of marketing for transforming the industry,” he said. co-opted kiosks but said there was Redbox, would not comment about Blockbuster CEO Jim Keyes has nothing to discuss. Gallery but said his company, which made no secret of his desire to sig“The kiosk is clearly going to be the is majority owned by McDonald’s, nificantly shrink his company’s survivor in this market,” he said. Rental Survivors Will Profit Kiosks Continue to Build Continued from page 6 projecting Total Access to drop 150,000 subscribers in Q3 of fiscal 2007 (ended Sept. 30). Pachter said he was unsure about the long-term viability of Netflix’s business model, which is suffering next to Total Access and prompted Netflix to drop its monthly sub prices by $1. “[Netflix] has consistently executed well. But when faced with a superior product offering from Blockbuster, it was unable to compete effectively,” he said. The Wedbush note concluded that Blockbuster would benefit from Gallery closures in comparable same- BRIEFS I MAVERICK GETS SALES SVP Maverick Global, the international sales division of independent distributor Maverick Entertainment Group, has named Adam Wright SVP, international distribution and domestic television sales. Wright will oversee sales, marketing and distribution for Maverick Global films to the global market, in addition to negotiating domestic TV licensing. — Billy Gil in a suit filed by women alleging they were filmed without consent. Plaintiffs Christina Brose and Brooke Patsolic dropped the suit after Francis posted video of their consent on his Web site. In turn, Francis promised not to file legal charges against them upon a public apology. — Erik Gruenwedel I ‘GONE WILD’ SUIT DROPPED Joe Francis, founder of the “Girls Gone Wild” DVD brand, proclaimed vindication CLASSIFIED SHOWCASE B R O W S E R D I S P L AY CO M P U T E R S O F T WA R E Retail, Rental, and Game Trading Software for Video / Game Stores. ADVERTISEMENT PRODUCT SPOTLIGHTS Victory Multimedia presents TAKE 1 WORKS! • Rentrak • Free Demo • BUFFALO HEARTS MSRP: $19.95 Buffalo Hearts tells the intriguing tale of Cheyenne Chief Black Wolf’s vision quest journey. He passes through a shamanic gateway into the 21st century where he meets his alter-ego. Together they pass through a series of adventures. Order Date: 11/27/07 Street Date: 12/11/07 (800)454-4434 E-Mail: sales@selbysoft.com DI STR I B UTOR FREE CATALOG AMERICA’S LARGEST DISTRIBUTOR BUSINESS SERVICES Vicente Fernandez, India Maria, Cantinflas, Etc. SPANISH DVDs Incorporate Today Don't star in a horror movie, protect your personal assets today! Incorporate or form an LLC in just minutes and at the fraction of the cost of using an attorney. We are fast, easy, and affordable. Call us today at 1-877-261-9621 or visit www.corporate.com to learn more. ASIAN-800 in stock Hunter Video Distributors, Inc. KARATE DVDs 718-326-5400 PA C K A G I N G ® Distributed by: Baker & Taylor: 800/775-2600 • Handleman Company: 248/362-4400 • Ingram: 800/759-5000 Navarre: 800/728-4000 • VPD: 800/366-2111 • WAXWORKS: 800/825-8558 CO M P U T E R S O F T WA R E PANTASYA MSRP: $29.95 What if the delivery boy arrived and he was hunky, hot and ready? Tasteful but erotic, this sexy Filipino film is filled with half naked guys and hot scenes. It’s lots of fun for everyone. Order Date: 10/16/07 Street Date: 11/6/07 U S E D TA P E S & D V D S October 21–27, 2007 Home Media Magazine 25 http://www.homemediamagazine.com http://www.corporate.com http://www.rapidrental.com

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