Margot Robbie and Jason Blum have joined Cinema United’s Filmmaker Leadership Council, a new industry role announced as theater owners and filmmakers work to strengthen the big screen experience. The council brings together major creative voices to address the future of moviegoing worldwide. Robbie, an actor and producer, and Blum, the producer behind some of Hollywood’s biggest horror hits, join council leaders Jerry Bruckheimer and Emma Thomas. Charter members include Ryan Coogler, Brad Bird, Jason Reitman, and Celine Song. Why This Council Matters Cinema United, formerly known as the National Association of Theatre Owners, represents more than 63,000 movie screens around the world. Its filmmaker council will advise the organization on theater consolidation, release timing, marketing the cinematic experience, and new technology. Margot Robbie said movie theaters are essential to the art of storytelling, while Jason Blum argued that theaters help turn casual viewers into dedicated fans. The council meets every three months, with industry veteran Greg Foster serving as executive director and helping guide conversations about upcoming initiatives. The appointment gives Robbie and Blum a direct seat at the table in Hollywood’s ongoing fight to make moviegoing a habit again. Cinema United President and CEO Michael O’Leary called both creators fierce supporters of theatrical releases, and Jerry Bruckheimer said their combined influence could significantly advance the organization’s work.