Indie Film Zine Ritual Launches at L.A. Theaters; Patton Oswalt, Edgar Wright Among Contributors
Ritual, a new independent zine focused on movie theater culture, has launched in select Los Angeles theaters. Founded by Greg Longstreet, the publication aims to provide a tactile and communal experience for film lovers. The debut issue features contributions from notable figures like Patton Oswalt and Edgar Wright, and includes QR codes for additional content.
- ▪Ritual is an independent zine celebrating movie theater culture.
- ▪The publication was launched by Greg Longstreet, who runs a filmmaker-focused PR firm.
- ▪The debut issue includes contributions from film journalists and notable personalities.
- ▪Ritual aims to offer a physical editorial experience alongside digital media.
- ▪Issues are available at select theaters and can be ordered via Instagram.
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Home Film News May 28, 2026 7:05pm PT Indie Film Zine Ritual Launches at L.A. Theaters; Patton Oswalt, Edgar Wright Among Contributors Ritual comes from Greg Longstreet, the founder of Los Angeles-based, filmmaker-focused public relations firm Empirical. By William Earl Plus Icon William Earl @beautifulbill Latest Spencer Pratt Uses Us Weekly Cover to Campaign for L.A. Mayor: ‘The Personality I Created on “The Hills” Was Strategic’ 1 day ago Variety Hires Corbin Bolies as AI Reporter 2 days ago Beartooth Singer Caleb Shomo Comes Out as a ‘Proudly Gay Man’ in Emotional Message to Fans 4 days ago See All Courtesy of Ritual Ritual, a new independent zine celebrating movie theater culture, has launched at select Los Angeles theaters.
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