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What was the total cost of making the film John Carter?
What was the total cost of making the film John Carter?
What was the total box office revenue for the film John Carter?
What was the total box office revenue for the film John Carter?
What was the main issue with Andrew Stanton's directing style for the live-action John Carter film?
What was the main issue with Andrew Stanton's directing style for the live-action John Carter film?
What was the main issue with the screenplay for the John Carter film?
What was the main issue with the screenplay for the John Carter film?
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What was the main issue with the cast of actors chosen for the John Carter film?
What was the main issue with the cast of actors chosen for the John Carter film?
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When was the John Carter film finally released?
When was the John Carter film finally released?
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What was the main reason the John Carter film did not succeed?
What was the main reason the John Carter film did not succeed?
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What was Disney's initial reaction when Stanton suggested the idea for the John Carter film?
What was Disney's initial reaction when Stanton suggested the idea for the John Carter film?
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Which of the following animated films had Andrew Stanton directed before John Carter?
Which of the following animated films had Andrew Stanton directed before John Carter?
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Study Notes
Andrew Stanton's Directing Experience
- Directed famous animated films: A Bug’s Life, Finding Nemo, and WALL-E
Challenges with John Carter
- Switching from animation to live-action film direction
- Lack of experience with live-action films
Disney's Initial Hesitation
- Unsure about Stanton's idea due to lack of experience with live-action films
- Confusing and difficult-to-follow screenplay written by Stanton
Differences in Directing Style
- Animated film directing style: frequent reshoots, cuts, and scene additions
- Live-action film directing: expensive and time-consuming reshoots
Production Delays
- Finished filming in 2010, but film not released until 2012 due to reshoots
- Negative reviews built up during this time
Casting Issues
- Poorly chosen cast of actors, lacked well-known stars
- Failure to attract larger audience due to unknown cast
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Description
Test your knowledge on the sci-fi film 'John Carter' directed by Andrew Stanton. Explore the reasons behind the film's financial failure and learn more about the challenges faced during its production.
