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• Unconventional Box Office Wins: Beyoncé, Godzilla, and More 💰

• French TV Crews Demand Fair Pay 🇫🇷

• Plan B's Micro-Budget Initiative 🅱️

Daily US Box Office Estimates: December 2, 2023 💸

Unconventional Box Office Wins: Beyoncé, Godzilla, and More 💰

It seems like the box office took an unexpected turn with some unconventional releases stealing the spotlight.

Beyoncé's "Renaissance" rocked the charts with $21 million, leading the pack alongside Godzilla and a Hindi thriller called "Animal."

Disney's offerings, "Wish" and "The Marvels," didn't fare so well, struggling to make an impact.

It's interesting how non-traditional films with dedicated fanbases are making waves. For instance, while "Renaissance" didn't reach the heights of Taylor Swift's concert film, it proved that there's space for more intricate productions in theaters.

Meanwhile, other unexpected contenders like "Animal" and "The Shift" surprised everyone with their performances, showing that there's room for diverse stories and genres to thrive.

What's coming? 🤔

French TV Crews Demand Fair Pay 🇫🇷

French TV crew members are on the verge of striking over wages, demanding a 20% increase while producers offered much less.

The previous two-day strike affected nearly 50 shoots, including major shows like "The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon." This could escalate to a five-day strike if approved, causing further disruptions.

The last major strike in France was in 1999, and now crew members want pay raises to keep up with the rising cost of living. With a boom in TV productions and streaming platforms, they're pushing for fair compensation.

Producers are under pressure, facing a tight schedule before the 2024 Olympics. While some shows might not be affected, negotiations are tense.

It's a clash between passionate workers seeking fair pay and an industry handling global platform demands.

December 4th Birthdays 🎂

Plan B's Micro-Budget Initiative 🅱️

Plan B Entertainment is launching a micro-budget film initiative led by Caddy Vanasirikul. Their first project, “Olmo” by Fernando Eimbcke, follows a teen caring for his ill father while navigating unexpected turns.

This initiative, a partnership with Mediawan, aims to support filmmakers and their visions. Plan B leaders express excitement about the venture's launch and working with Caddy and Eimbcke.

Caddy, known for her acquisitions, has a rich portfolio including titles like “Monica” and “Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street.”

Plan B also has a diverse slate of upcoming projects featuring renowned directors like Bong Joon-Ho and Tim Burton.

December 4th Releases 🎞️

New Trailer / Godzilla x Kong : The New Empire ▶

Still of the Day ⏸

• Director: Tim Burton

• Director of Photography: Stefan Czapsky

• Duration: 1h 45min

• Aspect Ratio: 1.85 : 1

• Camera: Panavision Camera

• Lenses: Panavision Lenses

• Film Stock: 35 mm, Eastman 50D