Dear readers –
The Hollywood franchise is in flux, and the next two years will be critical in determining what works. The movie industry is reckoning with a century-old machine that’s finally running out of steam, as many of its biggest franchises—like Star Wars, Avengers, Toy Story—are either ending, on hiatus, or dealing with major creative problems.
This week, Quartz members can go deeper with a new report on the outlook for Hollywood and the movies we all watch. You can sign up here for a seven-day free trial of membership.
Quartz movie industry reporter Adam Epstein wrote a deep-dive report that published today investigating how blockbuster movie makers are scrambling to find or create new intellectual property to replace the popular brands that have dominated cinemas for decades.“Are audiences growing fatigued of seeing the same characters and stories in theaters every year?” Adam asks. “And what, exactly, constitutes a “franchise” in 2019? Is it just a film series, or can it be a person? A company? An aesthetic?”
Quartz members can access further installments on the topic throughout the week, and can join a video conference call with Adam on Friday.
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Best,
Kevin J. Delaney
Editor in chief, cofounder
kevind@qz.com