It’s a change that has many in the industry concerned about diversification in storytelling, as the projects that need $50 million to be properly brought to life just can’t find that much money to get made.
One of the most significant shifts, of course, is the way in which Hollywood budgets now gravitate towards extremes: massive blockbusters with great brand recognition get $200 million to play with, while original titles that need to find an audience are desired at a price point under $10 million (if that).