While the debates about whether cinema is dead or how long it has left to live continue, interesting developments are taking place at the box office. When we look at the box office data, which is the living space of commercial cinema, some projections for the near future emerge. First of all, it is seen that cinema has almost become a means of entertainment. The distinction between independent cinema and commercial cinema is becoming increasingly clear. Entertainment films are intertwined with animation, dystopia and fantasy productions. When we look at the box office data of the last year, this situation is clearly observed both in Turkey and around the world.
IS THE CINEMA SCREEN SHIFT AWAY FROM THE REAL?
As of 2024, let’s look at the highest grossing films worldwide so far:
- Inside Out 2The production, which has earned the title of the highest-grossing animated film of all time, has earned more than $1.5 billion to date.
- Dune: Part 2: It comes in second place with a revenue of $712 million.
- Despicable Me 4: In third place with a gross of $700 million.
- Deadpool Wolverine : This production, which was released last week, has already grossed $600 million. Considering that it will remain in theaters for at least another 10 weeks, it is estimated that the total will easily exceed $1 billion.
- Godzilla x Kong: New Empire: Fifth on the list.
- Kung Fu Panda 4: It ranks sixth.
- Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes: Seventh place.
- Bad Boys: In eighth place, it stands out as a production that is not fantasy, animation or dystopia.
ANIMATION LEADER IN TURKEY TOO
The most watched movie in Turkey Rafadan Crew 4: Hayrimatorstands out as. Inside Out 2is rapidly rising on the list and looks set to take second place. PostpartumAnd ColpacinoProductions such as these are included in the non-animated or non-fantasy category.
DIGITAL MEDIA ARE IMPACTFUL ON THE FUTURE OF CINEMA, BUT…
When evaluating the future of cinema, it is no longer enough to talk about cinema alone. The existence of digital platforms and their impact on the general picture should also be taken into consideration. The methods that are popular in digital areas will have an impact on the future of cinema. Those in cinema will begin to separate from this digital transformation. Those looking for formulas or mathematics need to make their evaluations by taking this new situation into consideration. The chance of a production that will go digital to attract attention in cinema decreases; it is inevitable that productions that attract attention in cinema will also turn to digital. For example, most HBO series attract attention on digital platforms and a certain style has been established. However, even if productions that attract attention are released in the form of a feature film, it is certain that the theaters will be empty. We are talking about two different worlds. This situation shows that cinema is not dead, and perhaps it will become even more original.
