Attention for Cinema

Captivating audiences beyond the silver screen

In the dimmed glow of the cinema, where the aroma of popcorn fills the air and mobile phones are (hopefully) silenced, you've got a golden opportunity to capture undivided attention. At Amplified, we ensure your pre-show advertisements don't just play, they leave a lasting impression.

Understanding cinema attention

Cinema is the zenith of high-attention environments. Think about it: the doors are closed, the lights are down, all seats face forward, and the screen is colossal. It's a setting meticulously designed to minimise distractions and maximise focus.

Here's how we categorise audience attention:

Active attention
Viewers are laser-focused on your ad, mission accomplished..
Passive attention
Eyes are on the screen, but minds might be wandering, perhaps pondering the plot twist.
Non attention
Eyes (and thoughts) are elsewhere, time to rethink your creative approach.
Grasping these attention levels enables you to craft compelling content that truly engages the audience.

Our approach: real people, real cinemas, real attention

We don't rely on guesswork. Using specialised camera hardware optimised for low-light environments, we've conducted extensive studies across Australia, New Zealand and the USA. By capturing genuine eye-gaze data from actual cinema-goers, our machine learning models translate this information into actionable attention metrics.

Our methodology includes:

  • Active Attention: Measuring direct engagement with your ad.
  • Ad Visibility: Ensuring your ad is seen in its entirety.
  • Attention Shifts: Tracking focus changes during the pre-show.
  • Ad Coverage: Assessing the prominence of your ad on the big screen.
  • Peak Attention: Identifying moments of highest engagement.
  • Gaze Distribution: Understanding where viewers' eyes travel.

This comprehensive analysis provides a true omnichannel comparison, ensuring your cinema advertising strategy is both effective and efficient.

The commercial edge of cinema advertising

Incorporating attention metrics into your cinema advertising strategy isn't just insightful, it's profitable. Here's how:

Maximise ROI

With 80% active attention and 20% passive attention, cinema offers a zero-wastage environment. You get all the eyeballs you pay for

Enhance Creative Impact

Develop ads that not only attract but maintain viewer attention, leading to higher engagement

Boost Brand Recall

Ads that secure active attention are more likely to be remembered, driving conversions and brand growth.

By focusing on human attention, you bridge the gap between assumed engagement and reality, leading to more effective campaigns.

Customer Story

Val Morgan Proves Cinema’s Attention Advantage

Val Morgan wanted to go beyond assumptions and quantify the true power of cinema advertising. By partnering with Amplified they were able to measure real audience attention in cinemas without disrupting the viewing experience.
The study revealed cinema holds sustained active attention across full ad lengths, unlike other AV environments where attention drops off. Insights into ad duration, demographics, and placement now help brands justify cinema’s premium value and optimise their pre-show strategy.

Why attention matters

Without attention,

there's no impact.

Without impact,

there’s no result.

Without results… well,

let’s not go there.

Attention is the foundation of effective advertising, and we’re here to help you unlock it. With our data-backed insights, you can go beyond "airing ads" to delivering campaigns that stick, resonate, and drive action.

Why Attention Matters in Cinema
In the immersive world of cinema, capturing and maintaining attention is crucial. Our attention metrics provide a clear picture of audience focus, allowing you to compare data with reach and frequency to build a confident media mix strategy.

Ready to amplify your cinema advertising?

Understanding and leveraging attention can transform your pre-show advertising efforts. Let's turn passive viewers into active engagers.