To what extent do additional ways of making
- 1. Question 3 TO WHAT EXTENT DO ADDITIONAL WAYS OF MAKING MONEY AFFECT THE KIND OF FILMS THAT HOLLYWOOD MAKES?
- 2. When a film is chosen it has to go through planning stages such as the production finances once it receives the “green light” the film can be moved to the next stage of production this comprises the development phase and the pre-production also a plan for the photography and placing of still shots. A form of Pilot study is arranged with a group of members of the public also with film critiques who watch a sample of the film so the producers can receive feedback, this can assist in improving the film and whether or not to take scene out or re-shoot scenes. Hollywood film producers need to know if a profit will be accomplished from a developing film, producers think carefully of when would be the best time to release specific films for example the “Avengers” (2012 directed by Joss Whedon) was released to the UK April 2012 this would be the time of summer holidays meaning the younger generation to which the film appeals the most to will have free time to go to the cinema to watch it. While members of the public of a older age can also enjoy the release as holidays from work would have been arranged, overall this film was deemed to be a successful film for 2012, arranging the most convenient release date was crucial for the films success.
- 3. Advertisement plays a role in a films awareness to the public the use of internet makes advertisement more diverse with the use of social network site adding to this range. Using methods such as posters are still effective to this day also by placing advertisement near bus stops assists in the films marketing as members of the public from different ages and lifestyles can be made aware of the upcoming film. Third party companies such as Burger King and Mc Donalds also play a role in advertisement, Mc Donalds is the largest to distributers on the planet in the food industry, they have a “Happy Meal” this is mainly designed for the younger generation to be part of a upcoming films release. Distribution of a film involves marketing through other companies also items in relation with the film for example “The Amazing Spiderman” (July 2012 directed by Mark Webb) since its release the film has sprung a franchise with toys, games, another television series has been created also has add more success to Marvels year of film as the film “Avengers” (2012 directed by Joss Whedon) made a successful box office hit of $1,511,757,910.
- 4. Avengers (2012 directed by Joss Whedon) -Previewed 2 years before the show release date. -A video game was released -Toys and costumes of the characters have been made for children and adults. Muppets (2011 directed by James Bobin) -Kermit the frog went to the Pirates of the Caribbean Stranger Tides this began the rumour of the production to the Muppets own film. -An iPhone app was made “Tap Tap” -Kermit appeared on the weekend update. -A free Kermit the Frog bag was given out with PG Tips Tea. Skyfall (2012 directed by Sam Mendes) -Heineken promoting their drink giving Bond a new image. -Adele sings the introduction this is a collaboration between a British singer and a British Independent Film. -Coca Cola promoted their drink in the film. -A USB was created with the films name on it. -Brought back the original car this became the main car for the film Aston Martin DB5.