Speed and convenience have become the consumer norm. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, when people worldwide were introduced to instant access to goods and services via apps and digital platforms, the supply and demand considerably grew and splintered. The 'I need it now' culture shows no signs of slowing down, ye...

With people’s movie-watching habits shifting away from the multiplex, cinema chain AMC is making its movie theater snacks available outside of its venues. Americans will be able to buy AMC Theatres Perfectly Popcorn to take away from select theaters and malls, or have it delivered to their home.

AMC Theatres has announced a tiered pricing scheme, charging more for more desirable seats in the middle of the theater and charging less to sit in the first two rows. The scheme has been met with dismay on social media, as many profess their unwillingness to pay extra amid surging living costs.

While movie theaters continue to struggle with poor attendance figures, at-home streaming services are flourishing. Mubi, the home of arthouse film streaming, is offering subscribers free tickets in a bid to get punters back into the cinema and support the venues at the heart of the industry.

Netflix and Amazon Prime may serve up countless films and shows on demand, but many Britons still choose to get off the sofa and go to the cinema, with indie and boutique venues account for a rising share of the UK box office. Why are people choosing them over home viewing and multiplexes?