Iron Sky-One Day only!
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For anyone waiting to see this film the geniuses at Revolver Entertainment have decided it only merits a ONE day release, on a Wednesday.
Typically the Iron Sky guys have something to say, if you want to see it click here and get onto Revolver...
http://www.ironsky.net/site/iron-sky-in-the-uk-for...
Typically the Iron Sky guys have something to say, if you want to see it click here and get onto Revolver...
http://www.ironsky.net/site/iron-sky-in-the-uk-for...
Unbelievable isn't it.
Every now & then, someone within an industry who should know the market inside out shows that they have no f
king idea whatsoever.
There are so many people waiting to see this film, it's going to be huge. But they just can't see it.
It's a good job they weren't responsible for distributing The Avengers, it would have gone straight to DVD in the supermarket bargain bin rather than breaking all box office records.
Every now & then, someone within an industry who should know the market inside out shows that they have no f
king idea whatsoever.There are so many people waiting to see this film, it's going to be huge. But they just can't see it.
It's a good job they weren't responsible for distributing The Avengers, it would have gone straight to DVD in the supermarket bargain bin rather than breaking all box office records.
Edited by Balmoral on Monday 7th May 18:10
Iron Sky.net said:
Iron Sky in the UK for one day only? Bs!
May 7, 2012 · Print This Article
The UK release of Iron Sky took a weird turn a week ago, when Revolver – our local distributor – suddenly released the new plans for their long-anticipated UK cinema release. To the amazement of many – including ourselves – their plan is to put Iron Sky in UK theaters for *just one day*, 23.5., and then never again.
I don’t think so.
See, when I started to work on Iron Sky, I wanted to make a cinematic experience, a film that works best when you sit in a dark room with 500 other people and watch, experience, laugh and enjoy as the epic story about the Moon Nazis unfolds in front of your eyes. Now, following the UK plan laid out by Revolver, the film is out in cinemas for only one day only (and that’s WEDNESDAY of all days).
I think this is an insult to us, the filmmakers who have been working with this film for six long years. We signed up with Revolver because we wanted to have a wide cinema release, and that’s what they promised us. But more than that, it’s an insult to all the fans, friends, followers, fan investors and everyone out there who’s been waiting all these years to see the Moon Nazi mayhem known as Iron Sky to hit the cinemas.
We’ve tried our best to turn Revolver’s head – without success so far – so now we turn to you for help.
If you feel as we do, that Iron Sky deserves a proper cinema release, make your voices heard. We’ve created a four-step plan for you to help us out to get a longer-lasting cinema release for Iron Sky in UK, and we’re hoping you’ll join the effort. Here’s what you need to do:
STEP 1: CONTACT Revolver Entertainment, and tell them what you think of their plans to release Iron Sky for just one day to cinemas in UK. Please email to info@revolvergroup.com.
STEP 2: LET THEM KNOW what you think also on their Facebook page – www.fb.com/ironskyuk – and on their Twitter feed – @ironskyuk
STEP 3: DEMAND to see Iron Sky in your local film theaters. Go to www.ironsky.net/demand and place your Demand.
STEP 4: SPREAD THE WORD and machinate your friends to join the campaign also. Share this link everywhere on the Internet; let’s make sure Revolver hears your voice.
Having said this, please remember – the best message is one that is polite, informed and intelligent. Don’t go shouting obscenities, as it won’t help anyone, but let them know very clearly why the one day cinema release is a bad idea and needs to be re-thought.
Yours truly,
Director of Iron Sky
Timo Vuorensola
and
the Iron Sky team
Barking mad decision.s!May 7, 2012 · Print This Article
The UK release of Iron Sky took a weird turn a week ago, when Revolver – our local distributor – suddenly released the new plans for their long-anticipated UK cinema release. To the amazement of many – including ourselves – their plan is to put Iron Sky in UK theaters for *just one day*, 23.5., and then never again.
I don’t think so.
See, when I started to work on Iron Sky, I wanted to make a cinematic experience, a film that works best when you sit in a dark room with 500 other people and watch, experience, laugh and enjoy as the epic story about the Moon Nazis unfolds in front of your eyes. Now, following the UK plan laid out by Revolver, the film is out in cinemas for only one day only (and that’s WEDNESDAY of all days).
I think this is an insult to us, the filmmakers who have been working with this film for six long years. We signed up with Revolver because we wanted to have a wide cinema release, and that’s what they promised us. But more than that, it’s an insult to all the fans, friends, followers, fan investors and everyone out there who’s been waiting all these years to see the Moon Nazi mayhem known as Iron Sky to hit the cinemas.
We’ve tried our best to turn Revolver’s head – without success so far – so now we turn to you for help.
If you feel as we do, that Iron Sky deserves a proper cinema release, make your voices heard. We’ve created a four-step plan for you to help us out to get a longer-lasting cinema release for Iron Sky in UK, and we’re hoping you’ll join the effort. Here’s what you need to do:
STEP 1: CONTACT Revolver Entertainment, and tell them what you think of their plans to release Iron Sky for just one day to cinemas in UK. Please email to info@revolvergroup.com.
STEP 2: LET THEM KNOW what you think also on their Facebook page – www.fb.com/ironskyuk – and on their Twitter feed – @ironskyuk
STEP 3: DEMAND to see Iron Sky in your local film theaters. Go to www.ironsky.net/demand and place your Demand.
STEP 4: SPREAD THE WORD and machinate your friends to join the campaign also. Share this link everywhere on the Internet; let’s make sure Revolver hears your voice.
Having said this, please remember – the best message is one that is polite, informed and intelligent. Don’t go shouting obscenities, as it won’t help anyone, but let them know very clearly why the one day cinema release is a bad idea and needs to be re-thought.
Yours truly,
Director of Iron Sky
Timo Vuorensola
and
the Iron Sky team
E-mail sent. Put my local cinema postcode into the demand linky too.
jingars said:
If he has signed the UK sole distribution rights for a set period of time to Revolver, then he has no options.
I suspect a marketing campaign - and in terms of garnering publicity it seems to be working for them.
I would tend to think the same, the revolver group website just states 23rd as the release date, not *only* available on the 23rd.I suspect a marketing campaign - and in terms of garnering publicity it seems to be working for them.
Just received the below via email:
REVOLVER OFFICIAL STATEMENT ON IRON SKY RELEASE
We recognise the concerns of the makers of IRON SKY and appreciate the support of the fans. We ourselves have been huge supporters of the project since day one, coming on board in 2009.
We feel this release structure is very much in line with the spirit in which the film was made, being available both on the big and small screen almost simultaneously.
We have seen all of your feedback and contrary to the opinion of a few we are not trying to 'kill' 'bury' or 'dump' the film. Revolver is still in discussion with the exhibitors about extending the cinema run. Come out on the 23rd May, show your support, make IRON SKY day a huge success and lets keep the film playing on the big screen!
REVOLVER OFFICIAL STATEMENT ON IRON SKY RELEASE
We recognise the concerns of the makers of IRON SKY and appreciate the support of the fans. We ourselves have been huge supporters of the project since day one, coming on board in 2009.
We feel this release structure is very much in line with the spirit in which the film was made, being available both on the big and small screen almost simultaneously.
We have seen all of your feedback and contrary to the opinion of a few we are not trying to 'kill' 'bury' or 'dump' the film. Revolver is still in discussion with the exhibitors about extending the cinema run. Come out on the 23rd May, show your support, make IRON SKY day a huge success and lets keep the film playing on the big screen!
Just had a reply to my email to Revolver
judas said:
Dear Revolver,
In the common Internet parlance, WTF?
Has someone over there been hitting the crack pipe a little too hard lately? I have to ask because I can think of no other reason for the truly baffling decision to release Iron Sky for one day only, and a Wednesday at that. Ok, so Iron Sky isn't exactly the next Avengers - nor will it ever be if no one gets to see it, which is exactly what will happen following this catasrophically stupid pronouncement.
I'd beg you to reconsider, but someonce capable of this level of profound idiocy is clearly so far removed from the actual desires of their customers that it would be a waste of breath. Instead, I will make it my personal goal to inform as many people and media outlets as possible of Revolver's mean-spirit and monumentally poor business sense.
And the consider the movie distributers have gall to complain about people downloading films from the Internet...
Yours in utter disbelief,
Judas
Iron Sky Fan, who will now have to wait for the DVD release
In the common Internet parlance, WTF?
Has someone over there been hitting the crack pipe a little too hard lately? I have to ask because I can think of no other reason for the truly baffling decision to release Iron Sky for one day only, and a Wednesday at that. Ok, so Iron Sky isn't exactly the next Avengers - nor will it ever be if no one gets to see it, which is exactly what will happen following this catasrophically stupid pronouncement.
I'd beg you to reconsider, but someonce capable of this level of profound idiocy is clearly so far removed from the actual desires of their customers that it would be a waste of breath. Instead, I will make it my personal goal to inform as many people and media outlets as possible of Revolver's mean-spirit and monumentally poor business sense.
And the consider the movie distributers have gall to complain about people downloading films from the Internet...
Yours in utter disbelief,
Judas
Iron Sky Fan, who will now have to wait for the DVD release
Revolver said:
REVOLVER OFFICIAL STATEMENT ON IRON SKY RELEASE
We recognise the concerns of the makers of IRON SKY and appreciate the support of the fans. We ourselves have been huge supporters of the project since day one, coming on board in 2009.
We feel this release structure is very much in line with the spirit in which the film was made, being available both on the big and small screen almost simultaneously.
We have seen all of your feedback and contrary to the opinion of a few we are not trying to 'kill' 'bury' or 'dump' the film. Revolver is still in discussion with the exhibitors about extending the cinema run. Come out on the 23rd May, show your support, make IRON SKY day a huge success and lets keep the film playing on the big screen!
We recognise the concerns of the makers of IRON SKY and appreciate the support of the fans. We ourselves have been huge supporters of the project since day one, coming on board in 2009.
We feel this release structure is very much in line with the spirit in which the film was made, being available both on the big and small screen almost simultaneously.
We have seen all of your feedback and contrary to the opinion of a few we are not trying to 'kill' 'bury' or 'dump' the film. Revolver is still in discussion with the exhibitors about extending the cinema run. Come out on the 23rd May, show your support, make IRON SKY day a huge success and lets keep the film playing on the big screen!
Pesty said:
Just advertised on TV as showing 1 day only this wednesday.
edeit not in any cinema near me.
Saw that too. Makes me think it's BS TBH as the cost of the TV ad wouldn't be worth it. Cue the back due to popular demand ad campaign in a months time.edeit not in any cinema near me.
Edited by Pesty on Monday 21st May 20:36
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