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It's not the age.....................it's the milage.
And if so...who will care, except the studio's shareholders and accountants?
Just pointing it out.
All previous four Indy films crossed the $900M mark adjusting for inflation (Temple is the only one under the billion mark) so such a boxoffice failure is a proof that wide audiences just didn’t care about a last Indy film.
Anyway here’s my ranking:
Crusade
Raiders
Temple
Kingdom
Dial
It eventually will effect us as studios will be less likely to invest millions if they aren't getting a return. Some will say the Hollywood blockbuster is dead anyway with streaming being the most important driver to success. After all it was Jaws that got the studios into blockbusters after all, or at least a summer blockbuster.
I think it's sad that many will wait to watch it at home. They will complain about prices, and such. Studios are going to respond. So while today most won't care that DOD loses millions, or that The Flash will also lose millions, one day soon the blockbuster as we know it will cease. I wonder if EON is watching and waiting it out to see how the dust settles. They are one of the few who have argued and fought for the theatre experience. Look at how resistant they were to NTTD heading to streaming.
Interesting times ahead for the film industry as a whole.
We got it. ;)
Barring a new James Bond timeline and considering that Indiana Jones has now come to an end, there is simply no "franchise" that I'm interested in and eager to watch the next installment. I'm fed up with the four or so "X-Men" movies I've seen (not saying they were bad films), only saw some basic Marvel movies but don't remember them, and the same goes for DC. I was never into the original comics anyway.
I'm tired of the M:I series, and I don't need any further Superman and Batman movies. I've never seen a Fast and Furious episode and am rather sure I haven't missed anything. I even stopped watching the "Jurassic" series after the first Jurassic World, ceased being interested in Star Wars after finding "Episodes 1 through 3" absolutely dismal, and there are probably other films I should have seen but didn't care to. I won't be missing much if they stop producing those "blockbusters" because no one goes to cinemas any more. So be it. I'll watch the films I have on disks (whether I've watched them already or not) which will keep me busy until I die, and miss nothing.
Now for some, this is nothing to care or be concerned about. For others who remember the days of going to the movies because it would be months before you would see it at home. Those days are gone.
There are exceptions to the rule, Maverick Top Gun which became a global juggernaut! But lately the films that would be blockbusters, have noticeably under-performed with butts in seats. I believe The Flash had such horrible CGI because they didn't wish to throw good money after bad. Can't comment on DOD CGI, but why spend millions to make something look good for the big screen when it will be enjoyed by someone at home?
Regarding the films, I don't care what they churn out that I'm not interested in. I never cared to watch the second instalment of that Air Force commercial called Top Gun. The first one was well-made and captivating, no doubt, but I haven't felt the urge to see another one. Plus I think that Tom Cruise is generally a lousy actor. Kindly leave me alone with that kind of stuff.
Which film are you talking about?
And if you haven't watch any of these, I urge you to, having 2000+ movie disks, it won't hurt to add a couple more ;)
But, as you put it, I'll kindly leave you alone with that kind of stuff.
BTW, since we're on the Indy thread, here's a pic of Harrison in one of his greatest roles
I wish he'd made more dramatic roles. I also love him in Frantic, Presumed Innocent, Random Hearts, ...
Point being, Tom Cruise has plenty of great roles on his curriculum. It's too bad he's dedicated to action only pics as of late. But I'm still waiting for a Oscar worthy performance. He just needs the right script and director.
Anyway, back to Indy.
Sorry; Top Gun Maverick. I'd recommend giving it a go someday, you might be pleasantly surprised.
I had hoped that Indy would be this year's TGM: a reprise of the old-fashioned, perfectly assembled blockbuster, but it wasn't quite to be, fun though it is.
A great question. Maybe, just maybe, that is one of the factors causing EON not to rush Bond 26. They want to see how these 250+ million dollar films play out in the marketplace. If things look "bad" (whatever that means), Bond 26 maybe a leaner, more paired back production. Time will tell.
-My Two cents.
BTW @Univex Today, July 3rd was Tom Cruise's birthday.
Me too, and I too haven’t seen it for ages, but it left its emotional mark.
"Get this man some Ritz crackers!!"
Yikes: back when retouching meant plonking some Tippex in the whites of peoples' eyes! Harrison looks like he's possessed :D
“Just say when…”
A shame because I think there is a brilliant Indy movie in there somewhere. Next up I will see what the Dial of Destiny has to offer. Hard to judge with so many varied opinions about the film....
Yeh mate. Am debating whether or not I will bother with the latest one! Hated 'Crystal Skull' and I just want to remember 'Raiders' for the superb action/adventure it is, with a nearly as good sequel in 'Temple of Doom'
And not think about the rest!
Reminds me of one of the infamous "blonde" jokes from decades ago: How can you tell the secretary is a blonde? There are tipp-ex blots on the computer screen...
I'd say the new one is better than Skull and has a bit of the grittiness of Raiders. But if Crusade wasn't good enough then maybe you won't enjoy it.
Probably most for the human moments for Indiana Jones threaded through the film. Pauses to recognize his son, his friend, his failures to console a loved one. His own flawed vision of a final success. Harrison Ford's reactions are measured and heartfelt and are very affecting. It's a fine send-off and tribute for the character. Very very well done and appreciated by me.
I have the feeling that I will feel the same way on the second viewing.