Barbie Movie Magic?

<p class="MsoNormal">For much of 2023, commentators have been wondering about the health of the domestic movie industry. Actor and screenwriter strikes aside, a lot of tried-and-true formulas weren’t performing as well as the studios wanted. Was this a change in consumer preferences? Had streaming killed the movies? Or were viewers just bored? Then came along a strange combination of the world’s most famous plastic doll and “the father of the atomic bomb.” Did Barbenheimer save Hollywood?</p> <p class="MsoNormal">In this week’s Trading Perspectives, Sam and John discuss changes in the domestic movie industry and come to a not so startling conclusion. If it is unique and interesting enough, people will continue to go to the movies.</p>