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How Hollywood’s Hit Formula Flopped—and What Could Come Next

Plain English with Derek Thompson

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The Shift from Franchises to Originality in Hollywood

This chapter examines the transformation of Hollywood's blockbuster landscape, highlighting the shift from original films of the late 1990s to today's franchise-heavy dominance. It also discusses the rise of smaller, impactful films and speculates on the future of franchises in an evolving cinematic environment.

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