Who decides whether a movie is going to be a blockbuster? How do you think the creation of a blockbuster movie influences what, how, and for whom goods and services are produced?

The Social Network had world-wide box office receipts of $225 million. The movie had a production budget of about $70 million and additional marketing costs of about $50 million. Creating a successful movie brings pleasure to millions, generates work for thousands, and makes a few people rich.