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Sensemaker: 2024: The year of the sequel
Dec 23, 2024
The podcast dives into the unprecedented trend of sequels dominating the box office in 2024, questioning if Hollywood is out of fresh ideas. It reflects on notable upcoming releases like 'Inside Out 2' and 'Despicable Me.' The discussion expands to the struggles mid-budget and independent films face under the weight of blockbuster expectations. Moreover, it examines how sequels can allow for creative reinterpretation, rather than merely recycling old concepts, highlighting success stories and notable failures in this evolving landscape.
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- The unprecedented dominance of sequels in 2024's box office reflects Hollywood's preference for reducing financial risks through familiar franchises.
- While concerns about declining film quality arise, both sequels and original stories can hold significant artistic merit within the industry's cyclical nature.
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The Dominance of Sequels in Hollywood
The film industry is increasingly dominated by sequels and reboots, with 2024's box office expected to be entirely filled with familiar franchises like Inside Out 2 and Dune Part 2. This trend raises questions about Hollywood's originality, as studios often prefer projects with built-in audiences, reducing financial risk. The familiarity associated with established characters encourages studios to invest in sequels rather than new stories, which require more effort to cultivate viewer interest. The high production and marketing budgets for original films further complicate their success, demonstrating that studios are more inclined to back proven properties.
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