Homework Research

How was the lego movie funded?
Warner Bros and Village Roadshow Pictures

How was The Lego Movie produced? What was the effect on Warner Bros?
the lego movie was produced by Warner Bros and Lin Pictures (a TV and film production company based in warner bros). This means that warner bros got most of the profit as they have ownership over lin pictures.

How was it distributed? How did this affect different platforms (piracy/DVD sales)?
it was distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. and was available in the cinema and DVD. however, there are a lot more people watching films illegally which lowers their profit.

How did Warner Bros use their ownership power? Did this have an effect? Did they use their power globally?
As Warner Bros is a huge conglomerate, they have a lot of money which means they can make a film with the latest technology. Furthermore, the use of lego means that a lot of loyal customers that own lego sets worldwide would like the movie regardless of how good the movie is.

How was The Lego Movie regulated, by who and what problems did it face? 
The Lego movie was regulated by the BBFC which stands for the British Board of Film Classification and did not face any problems.


How did the film industry reflect the society in 2014 when it was produced?


How did the film’s distribution and circulation reflect the target audience?
The film was distributed on various media platforms such as Netflix, DVD and was even available through piracy (illegal download). Netflix has users of many ages which allows them all to watch the film and increase the profit for Warner Bros. The film attracts the younger target audience through advertisements such as posters. This is because of the bright colours and most children would immediately recognise the Lego brand.














Comments

  1. JCoSS Media DeptJanuary 20, 2019 at 5:21 AM

    Aden, this is a brilliant piece of H/L - the best you've done this academic year.

    With regards to this question: How did the film industry reflect the society in 2014 when it was produced?
    Consider the fact that the film was available in 3D and how this reflects the film industry in 2014.

    Please respond to this comment and have a go at that question.

    Well done!
    Miss Crader

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