Disney Delays 'Avatar,' 'Star Wars' Release Schedule

Disney Delays 'Avatar,' 'Star Wars' Release Schedule

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The video discusses the delays in project releases due to a writers' strike and Disney's cost-cutting measures under Bob Iger. It highlights challenges faced by major franchises like Star Wars and Disney's strategy to schedule movie releases to claim prime dates. The video also touches on competition from other studios like Universal and Sony, which are gaining momentum with successful releases.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main reasons for the delays in the entertainment industry mentioned in the video?

Weather conditions

A new government policy

The writers' strike

Technological advancements

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the reasons Disney is spacing out its movie projects?

To cut costs and manage spending

To reduce competition

To increase the number of releases

To focus on new technology

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is Disney reshuffling the release dates of 21 movies?

To synchronize with international markets

To claim prime release dates

To align with new technological trends

To avoid competition with Universal

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which major Disney franchise is mentioned as facing challenges in finding a new leadership team?

Star Wars

Pixar

Marvel

Disney Classics

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which studios are mentioned as having recent successes that contrast with Disney's current challenges?

20th Century Fox and DreamWorks

Lionsgate and MGM

Universal and Sony

Warner Bros and Paramount