Ownership and Control in the Film Industry: Black Panther Case Study
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What type of business strategy is exemplified by Marvel Studios' relationship with Disney?

  • Vertical integration (correct)
  • Horizontal integration
  • Conglomerate ownership
  • Diversification
  • What did Marvel Studios do before they began producing their own films?

  • Signed a deal with Netflix to develop TV series
  • Agreed to minimal creative influence from Disney
  • Developed T'Challa and lesser known characters
  • Sold options on individual characters or comic book titles to TV and Paramount (correct)
  • When did Marvel Studios begin producing their own films?

  • In 2008, when they became a subsidiary of Disney
  • In 2009, when a new team began developing T'Challa and lesser known characters
  • In the early 2000s, starting with Blade and the X-Men films (correct)
  • In 2013, when they signed a deal with Netflix to develop TV series
  • What was the impact of Marvel's deal with Netflix to develop TV series?

    <p>It caused conflict with Disney, who has their own streaming channel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the relationship between Marvel Studios and Disney after the acquisition?

    <p>Marvel Studios maintained autonomy and Disney agreed to minimal creative influence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Marvel Studios and Disney

    • Marvel Studios' relationship with Disney exemplifies a vertical integration business strategy. This means that Disney acquired ownership of Marvel, allowing them to control the entire production and distribution process of Marvel's content.

    Marvel pre-Disney

    • Before producing their own films, Marvel Studios primarily licensed their characters to other studios for development.

    Marvel's First Independent Films

    • Marvel Studios began producing their own films in 2008 with the release of Iron Man.

    Marvel & Netflix Deal

    • The deal with Netflix to develop TV series like "Daredevil" and "Jessica Jones" increased the reach and popularity of Marvel characters outside traditional movie releases.

    Marvel & Disney After Acquisition

    • After the acquisition, Disney gained complete control over Marvel's intellectual property, allowing for cross-promotional opportunities across their various platforms, including Disney+, theme parks, and merchandise.

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    Explore the significance of patterns of ownership and control in the film industry using Black Panther as a case study. Learn about conglomerate ownership, vertical integration, and diversification through the example of Marvel Studios and Disney.

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