Team Written HBS Study Write-Up - Walt Disney Studios

Please submit a two page written write-up for Ivey Case Study "The Walt Disney Studios" (1/2 page per question single spaced) to the following FIVE analyses or questions. This is a TEAM ASSIGNMENT, and only one write-up need to be submitted per team. Each member of the team will receive the same grade.

.Questions/Analyses:

1. In your view, is Disney Studios pursuing the right number of tentpoles as well as the right mix of new versus existing properties? And is it right to enlist the help of financing partners? Would you change anything to the current strategy?
2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of betting on tentpole films?
3. How would you characterize the film development and marketing process at Disney Studios? What are the different stages? And, how can risk be minimized -- and the odds of success be maximized -- throughout the process?
4. What are the advantages and disadvantages of having a structure with multiple 'labels' or 'sub-studios' as Disney has, as opposed to one central studio being responsible for the entire film output?
5. How would you describe the culture at Disney studios?