While streaming and VOD can get small films to lots of people, the money-losing theatrical release exerts a powerful lure
Film from Iranian director Abbas Kiarostami stars Juliette Binoche
Iranian filmmaker's "No One Knows About Persian Cats" depicts Tehran's underground music scene
Film will be released in New York on Oct. 2.
Executives say the recession has been a healthy correction, clearing away excess and leaving deals that were smarter and realistic
Three-part film is "an epic piece of cinema" -- and a pain to market and position in awards season
