You know, going to the movies has always been recession-proof. It's fairly cheap entertainment; it's classic escapism.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
And it's one reason why I don't go to a lot of movies - they're more and more dominated by corporate values and fiscal concerns as opposed to cinematic concerns.
In dire economic times, movies are relatively inexpensive entertainment for the whole family.
Entertainment and escapism - those are the bigger money-making films today.
Not only does Hollywood make money - it seems to make better movies during recessions. I'm sure a lot of studio executives wish we could have one every year.
Movies are somewhat diminished by blockbusters, which are great, but there's not enough choice.
Movies, obviously, are a little more lucrative. The initial paycheck is better.
You have to enjoy yourself when you go to the movies. People don't want to spend their hard earned money to simply go see a history lesson.
Movies are an expensive business.
Being on a movie set is like one long financial crisis.
The thing about movies these days is that the commerce end of it is so inflated and financiers are just expecting this enormous return on their investment.