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Box Office Poison Review
A review of Tim Robey's "Box Office Poison," exploring Hollywood's biggest flops and the stories behind them.
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EntertainmentHistoryHollywoodFilmCriticismFailure
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Tim RobeyD.w. GriffithJohn TravoltaElie SamahaSandra Bullock
- What is the main topic of Tim Robey's book, "Box Office Poison"?
- Tim Robey's "Box Office Poison" chronicles Hollywood's biggest flops, exploring the stories behind the failures and the wider context of the industry.
- How would you describe Robey's writing style and approach to the subject matter?
- Robey's writing is engaging and insightful, providing a unique perspective on Hollywood's history through its failures, celebrating both the artistic merits and the sheer spectacle of the cinematic disasters.
- What are some of the cautionary tales and lessons that can be learned from the book's examples?
- The book highlights several cautionary tales, such as the dangers of working with animals and the unpredictable nature of box office success, offering valuable lessons about the film industry.
- What aspects of Hollywood's biggest flops does the book explore besides just the films themselves?
- Robey's book not only catalogues disastrous films but also delves into the egos, budgets, and behind-the-scenes chaos that contributed to their downfall, offering insightful analysis and humorous anecdotes.
- What is Robey's overall perspective on the changing landscape of Hollywood and the future of big-budget flops?
- While celebrating the failures, Robey mourns the fading era of big-budget flops due to the changing landscape of Hollywood and the rise of streaming services.