Mainstream Films

Question 1

1. Films produced as part of a conglomerate will often dominate what?
2. What % of the Box Office takings did the UK Top 50 grossing releases take in 2017?
3. What % did the bottom 660 take?

Answer 1

1. Box Office smashes.
2. 81%.
3. 7%.

Question 2

1. What kind of films do conglomerates tend to go for?
2. What kind of actors do they usually bring in?
   - They also create _____ products.
3. They also tend to create ________ films.

Answer 2

1. Films they know will bring in crowds.
2. Big named stars with existing fan-bases.
   - Genre.
3. Formulaic.

Question 3

1. What 3 things do conglomerates make because they are less risky in terms of drawing audience?
2. They also create what kind of content?
   - Give an example of what they can make along with the film to create a broader financial impact.

Answer 3

1. Sequels, prequels and spin-off films.
2. Brand driven content.
   - Merchandise, books, games.