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Despite Disney's marketing efforts and initial claims that the film was a success, the box office numbers tell a different story. The mainstream media initially cheered the remake's performance, but recent reports indicate that the film is unlikely to recoup its massive production and marketing costs. The film's worldwide gross is projected to struggle to reach $500 million, and while it might surpass the $600 million mark, analysts believe it won't hit the critical $750 million needed to break even. This signals a significant financial disappointment for Disney.
The Financial and Strategic Fallout
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