'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' May Blast Productivity

The transcript discusses the massive box office success of Star Wars and its impact on productivity, with an estimated $1 billion lost as people took time off work to watch the movie. It highlights the power of the Star Wars franchise and Disney's market influence, especially after acquiring Fox. The conversation also touches on personal viewing choices and debates whether such events can inspire and boost productivity.

What was the estimated amount of productivity lost as a result of people taking time off to watch Star Wars?

How many people were estimated to have taken one hour to one full day off from work?

What was the box office expectation for the Star Wars movie mentioned in the text?

What significant acquisition by Disney is mentioned in relation to the movie's success?

What does the speaker suggest about the impact of watching movies like Star Wars on productivity?