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One of the central themes discussed is the alarming plunge of Hollywood at the box office. October 2024 marked a nadir—the worst month in 30 years when city-adjusted grosses hit a mere $425 million, a brutal figure considering the bloated budgets, hefty marketing, and expectation of blockbuster success. To illustrate, hearing about films like Tron Aries and Smashing Machine underperforming underscores the dire straits.