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Cost concerns compound the problem. Movie tickets have become increasingly expensive, with prices often reaching $15-20, not including concessions. For many, this makes the theater experience less enticing, especially when combined with the decline in confidence in Hollywood's quality, which many argue has dropped in recent years.
Additionally, the traditional marketing that once made audiences aware of these films has dried up. In the past, viewers encountered extensive advertising on television and other media, which built anticipation and confidence. Today, the decentralization of media—plus the reduction of traditional advertising budgets—means many people simply do not know these mid-budget movies exist.