Movie Review
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What’s Killing the Box Office?
By: Connor Anderson-Rearick Photo by: Obregonia D. Toretto Since the 1890s, the film industry has simultaneously been a cornerstone ofentertainment and a representation of advancement throughout the ages, fromtechnological progression to societal shifts. From the silent era (1894 – 1929) to thegolden age of Hollywood (1927 – 1960) and the rise of streaming platforms in the 21stcentury, the film industry has always adapted to serve the needs of its viewers. However,during the COVID-19 pandemic, there were numerous, unprecedented challenges thathad to be overcome. From the forced closure of theaters to delays in production,combined with the shift in how viewers consume media, have all contributed to anoticeable decline in box office…