Oscar Buzz and the Influence of Word of Mouth on Movie Success by Owen EaganEnglish | PDF,EPUB | 2020 | 138 Pages | ISBN : 3030411796 | 4.48 MB
This book explores why word of mouth is the most important determinant of a movie’s success. Beginning with a discussion of the enduring appeal of movies, and why the box office has survived the disruption of television and will likely survive the disruption of streaming services, Owen Eagan goes on to discuss the unpredictable nature of movies and ways to mitigate their risk. His astute analysis sheds light on the role of film festivals, film critics, Oscar campaigns and word of mouth in influencing a film's success.
