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Timothée Chalamet Champions Movie Theaters
14 Feb
Summary
- Chalamet believes theatrical releases create a more significant cultural impact.
- He referenced past projects like 'The King' and 'Don't Look Up' for comparison.
- Fans filled a 2,000-seat theater for a screening of 'Call Me by Your Name'.
Actor Timothée Chalamet recently expressed his conviction that movie theaters offer a unique and impactful experience, differing significantly from direct-to-streaming releases. During a Q&A session, he described theatrical film distribution as more 'ceremonial' and a greater cultural 'moment,' citing his work on 'The King' and 'Don't Look Up' as examples.
His sentiment was met with enthusiastic applause from the audience, underscoring public support for traditional cinema. This support was further demonstrated by the 2,000 fans who attended a sold-out screening of Chalamet's 2017 film 'Call Me by Your Name' at the Los Angeles Theatre.
The event also included a discussion about his career retrospective series and his approach to film promotion. Chalamet shared his enjoyment of the promotional process, even recalling a unique press tour event at the Las Vegas Sphere for 'Wonka.'
Addressing recent awards success, including a Critics Choice Award for 'Wonka,' Chalamet expressed gratitude for being recognized among his peers. He also playfully deflected questions regarding speculation about a secret music alter ego, EsDeeKid.
