While Marvel minimizes financial risk through IP recognition, it sacrifices creative flexibility. Netflix mitigates failure through volume but struggles to produce enduring classics. A24 achieves critical acclaim but faces inconsistent returns. The paper suggests that no single model is superior; rather, successful studios diversify across these archetypes.
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Traditional studio theory (the "studio system") relied on long-term contracts, backlot production, and exclusive theater ownership. Contemporary theory, by contrast, emphasizes (Jenkins, 2006) and curatorial logic . Today’s studios prioritize intellectual property (IP) management over physical assets. The studio is no longer just a factory; it is a brand that signals genre, quality, and cultural cachet. The paper suggests that no single model is