'Captain America: Civil War' Aims at $200 Million Opening

The transcript discusses the box office predictions for a Marvel movie, highlighting Disney's successful strategy with franchises like Marvel, Pixar, and Lucasfilm. It compares Marvel's cinematic universe to DC's, noting Marvel's success in balancing humor and plot. The financial aspects of movie production, including actor salaries, are explored. The global market's reliance on franchises, especially with China's growing influence, is discussed. Finally, potential box office surprises for the summer are speculated, with movies like Jason Bourne and The Secret Life of Pets mentioned.

What is the forecasted opening weekend earnings for the Marvel movie discussed?

• 150,000,000 to 170,000,000

• 180,000,000 to 200,000,000

• 100,000,000 to 120,000,000

• 200,000,000 to 220,000,000

What strategy has Disney pursued in the movie-making business?

• Focusing on independent films

• Investing in new directors

• Aggressive acquisition of franchises

• Reducing production budgets

Why is Marvel considered more successful than Warner Brothers in creating a cinematic universe?

• Warner Brothers lacks financial resources

• Warner Brothers focuses on TV shows

• Marvel has more popular characters

• Marvel movies are more humorous and balanced

What allows Marvel to take risks on films like Ant Man or Doctor Strange?

• Focus on animated movies

• Strong box office performance of ensemble films

• Low production costs

• Partnership with Warner Brothers

Which market is expected to become the largest for movies after North America?

• China

• South America

• India

• Europe