Russian Cinemas to Skip Hollywood Releases During May Holidays Again

Russian cinemas have decided to once again forgo the screening of Hollywood films. According to the «Bulletin of Film Distributors,» from May 1 to May 15, popular new releases will not be available for audience viewing.

The restrictions will primarily affect the latest Marvel film «Thunderbolts» and the action movie «Payback 2,» starring Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal. Russian audiences will have the opportunity to watch these films on the big screen only in the latter half of the following month.

Last year, similar restrictions were in place from April 18 to May 12, and comparable measures are also implemented during the New Year holidays. During these times, cinemas exclusively show Russian films and officially licensed foreign titles.