The LAPD says "no credible threats"; Exhibitors remain vigilant in the lead-up to the theatrical release – Deadline

As a result of several mass shots in Gilroy, California; Dayton, OH, and El Paso, Texas, the opening of Warner Bros. raises many concerns. " the Joker October 4, especially because he is about to bring a record number of spectators for an outing in October.

Some sources of distribution and exposure believe that these fears are exacerbated, especially when the Los Angeles police said tonight that she saw no credible threat in the Los Angeles area as soon as the photo was opened. Industry sources also tell us that the FBI and Homeland Security do not foresee any imminent threat to Todd Phillips' original DC movie about the evil Batman..

The LAPD said tonight in a statement received by Deadline: "The Los Angeles Police Department is aware of the public's concerns and the historical significance associated with the creation of the Joker. Although there is no credible threat in the Los Angeles area, the Department will retain a high profile around theaters when it opens. We encourage everyone to go out and enjoy all the leisure activities that this city has to offer, but Angelenos must remain alert and always be aware of your surroundings. As always if you see something, say something.

We also hear that the National Association of Theater Owners has also not been alerted by the FBI or other law enforcement agencies of the threats to it. Joker. If such information is received, NATO will provide relevant information to its members so that they can make their own security decisions.

However, two days ago, Stars and stripes issued a report according to which a memo from the command of the criminal investigations of the army had been published Monday and put the commanders of Fort Sill, OK,., aware of a newsletter reading that. a Texan law enforcement agency working with the FBI had discovered "the black canvas" regarding the potential targeting of an unknown theater for mass shooting on weekends of JokerThe Liberation.

That said, the exhibition is not irresponsible and exhibitors do not detail their security plans specific to the press. Warner Bros. had the unfortunate and horrible experience of living a tragedy of mass shooting with The black knight gets up 2012 Aurora, shooting in Colorado. They know what kind of film they have on their hands Joker. The cinemas in some neighborhoods are very aware of the type of movie they are booking and the masses are flocking to their cinemas. Security sources told Deadline that security is still being enhanced in high volume theaters during box office weekends, especially during the holidays. It does not take a Joker film to simply put everyone on alert. Note that Dark Knight Rises the glimpses began at midnight, when the tragedy occurred, and since then, with the exception of the Spider-Man: far from home Recently, major studios have largely eliminated the opening of their films from Thursday to Friday at midnight. Joker will begin his surveys on October 3rd at 4pm.

during Star Wars: The awakening of the force, Security was increased in the LA downton multiplexes, from 3-4 guards to 9-12 average per source at the time. Expect this type of responsibility here with Joker. As to whether Warners pays the bill for more security, it always comes down to each exhibitor. For All right Outta Compton, Universal said they were working in partnership with cinemas that had asked for help during the screening of the NWA's biopic. Specific details were rare at the time, but the studio did not directly reimburse cinemas for the costs associated with increased security, but the studio shared some of the costs.

CMA Cinemas yesterday issued a statement assuring their customers that they intended to be vigilant and apply their costume policy that banned face masks, face painting and any object concealing the face. .

In a statement, Theater Channel No. stated, "The safety of our guests and associates is AMC's top priority. Working with law enforcement, AMC has put in place a number of security protocols on all its theaters. To help ensure this security, we do not discuss details. Because we also receive calls regarding our costume policy, I would like to make sure that it's good with the CMA's standard costume policy, in effect for several years and applying to all films at all times: guests are welcome in costume, but we do not allow masks, face paint or any object concealing the face. AMC does not allow the use of weapons or objects that may interfere with other guests or hinder their cinematic experience. "

Landmark banned guns and toy masks, while Regal, like AMC, claimed to be in contact with law enforcement and did not comment on their security protocol.