Champaign Voices

Film Industry Says Theatrical Is Back; Couches Remain Unconvinced

Published: August 25, 2026

Studios touted box office rebounds while living rooms continued offering cheaper snacks and pause buttons. What do you think?

“I'll go out if the popcorn isn't a car payment.”
Irene Neer, Matinee Discount Hunter
“My couch doesn't shush me.”
Walt Huffman, Remote Control Monarch
“Theaters are for events. Tuesday nights are for blankets.”
Tina Grove, Spoiler Avoidance Monk