NZHoyts Cinema, a major cinema chain operating in New Zealand and Australia, is observing a shift in box office trends. While traditional blockbuster films like Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' remain popular, independent horror films such as 'Backrooms' and 'Obsession', created by young filmmakers with YouTube followings, are also driving attendance. These films appeal to a Gen Z audience seeking social interaction through cinema experiences. Hoyts CEO Damien Keogh notes the growing demand for immersive technologies like IMAX with Laser, which offers enhanced visuals and sound. Although Event Cinemas currently holds the only IMAX theaters in New Zealand, Hoyts plans to expand its IMAX offerings in the country, though specific locations have not yet been announced.
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