These two articles are a great example of subjective propaganda. Both articles use the same FACTS to reach different OPINIONS (spin).
The facts are that US box office revenue is expected to hit around 11.4 billion for 2019. Last year saw 11.88 billion revenue.
The facts are that US box office revenue is expected to hit around 11.4 billion for 2019. Last year saw 11.88 billion revenue.
Each article uses the exact same numbers to reach two different and opposite conclusions. In one Hollywood is failing. In the other Hollywood is doing great. So which is it? Who is right? Is Hollywood heading to the trash heap or will Hollywood have banner years?
The answer is probably neither. Increased ticket prices probably has a lot to do with increased revenue. Less sales at higher prices is more likely the story. Crappy movies in 2019 probably had an impact as well as a good economy allowing the higher prices to be absorbed better.
The two articles, however, does explain how people can have the same facts and reach different conclusions. It also shows how the media tries to shape public opinion by spinning those facts. Read the articles for yourself. They are one of the best examples of how the media works.
