1. Given the forces on the Hollywood movie industry, is it likely we will see a decrease...

Question:

1. Given the forces on the Hollywood movie industry, is it likely we will see a decrease in the production of regional - and U.S.-centered movies, or will small independent movie producers pick up a higher share of the domestic U.S. market? Please explain.

2. What alternatives could movie producers develop to help combat the piracy of first-run movies and follow-on DVD and Internet releases?

3. How would you prioritize which nations to expand distribution into if you were working for a major Hollywood movie studio?

Distribution
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