Despite North Korea Threats: SONY To Release Controversial Movie "The Interview" On Christmas Day

Sony Pictures is releasing its controversial movie "The Interview" in theatres after all on Christmas Day — likely in fewer than 100 indie theatres. According to reports, the turnaround came after a conference call with Sony distribution execs that just ended. Several of the smaller chains are beginning to unveil the news via social media. “We just got the call,” said Brock Bagby, director of programming at KC-based B&B Theatres, which has 408 screens in eight states. “Our film buyers did. Sony will be playing it on VOD and letting anyone play it who wants it.”

Here’s Sony’s official statement quoting Chairman and CEO Michael Lynton:

“We have never given up on releasing "The Interview" and we’re excited our movie will be in a number of theatres on Christmas Day. At the same time, we are continuing our efforts to secure more platforms and more theaters so that this movie reaches the largest possible audience.”
“I want to thank our talent on The Interview and our employees, who have worked tirelessly through the many challenges we have all faced over the last month. While we hope this is only the first step of the film’s release, we are proud to make it available to the public and to have stood up to those who attempted to suppress free speech.” said Michael Lynton, Chairman and CEO of Sony Entertainment. 

Source: deadline.com