Why Nobody Is Talking About Pitch Perfect 3

Why Nobody is talking about Pitch Perfect 3

Rather then being an analysis of the film this piece examines the marketing of a movie, so no spoilers here.

This film came out during Christmas time, obviously different countries mean different dates but for the majority it screened during the festive period. Yes it’s true that films released very close to the big day tend to not earn as much due to people busy with other activities. However there is always a rise in ticket sales after the 25th (when people have free time on thier hands) yet Pitch Perfect 3 still couldn’t make an impact. Why is this?

Overcrowding In that week of release Pitch Perfect 3 was contending with Jumanji: Welcome To The Jungle, Star Wars - The Last Jedi and The Greatest Showman. If that wasn’t enough this years awards season films Mollys Game, All The Money In The World and Shape Of Water were also competing. Most people cannot afford to see all these films so they chose one and Pitch Perfect 3 wasn’t alot of people’s choices.

No Hype While the film most certainly has an fanbase shown by it’s great hype for the first and second movie. For this release the fans just didn’t seem to care as much with the film not being as talked about as the previous two instalments.

Wrong Date, Wrong Time Not only was this film released at one of the most crowded periods of time it also isn’t a festive film. On the other hand neither is any of the other movies that were in cinema but unlike those movies Pitch Perfect 3 had a last minute marketing switch up which using the 12 days of pitchmas song left audiences confused as to wither or not it is a festive movie. Then there is also the factor of demographic which for the franchise would be blanketed as teen girls or musical fans. The teen girl demographic would of had more fun if the film came out in summer when they are on holiday and can go with all thier friends. Whilst musical fans had The Greatest Showman which had a lot of hype due to its star studded cast and unbelievable music so they were more likely to see that film.

Conclusion All in all this isn’t an assessment of the movie but why some films, big or small, franchise or solo, don’t do as well as anticipated or fall under the radar. Whilst the cast did talk about a possible fourth instalments with those box office numbers it isn’t likely but you never know what will happen on the ancillary market.

Titans

This trailer has me conflicted.

If you know me then you know i adore Robin and Nightwing and from the pictures of his costume it looks great but then in the trailer he stepped on someones neck. He wouldn't do that like I understand he is stepping out from Batmans shadow but it's not in his nature to say "F*** Batman", in my opinion. Also why is Dick Grayson like 10x older than the rest of the cast. I love all the iterations of Robin and I don't want to see Dick Grayson disrespected like this when his character has such amazing archs and depth.

Then there is Starfire who I love, I have no problem with them choosing and actress of colour to play her and I think she was the best part of the trailer. My only quarrel is with her wig and the fur coat as I personally don't think it matches with her as a character. Also I would of liked to see her and Robin interact but I understand that they can only show so much in a trailer.

Beast Boy looks so budget and I doubt they will even be able to display his powers properly in this show. Raven looks great to me and her powers look well realised and i like the way she ended the trailer.

Going for the dark setting because it's an edgy, gritty show but it comes across that they couldn't afford to pay for good lighting. I am getting a CW Riverdale vibe from the show (there is nothing wrong with that) but I was hoping for a show more elevated.

I am trying to have faith in this show as I love these characters so much and I have seen them done well before but this trailer is making it hard.

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Three Billboards - Jason Dixon

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Three Billboards Outside of Ebbing Missouri is a complex ensamble movie based around the three billboards our protagonist Mildred sets up about the death and rape of her daughter. Eventhough it is an ensemble piece and every ones acting is incredible, due to an great script written by Martin McDonagh, however Sam Rockwells character Jason Dixon stood out the most to me because of his character arc.

At the beginning of the film I hated him so much, I honestly wanted him to die. His racist, homophobic and pure aggression made him seem unredeemable to me yet as the film progresses we see him change. When he receives that letter from Chief Willoughby there is this moment where he becomes vunrable, he’s lost his idol, friend and his career. The words of his dead partner strike him so much so that he wants to change.

We see this first when the fire breaks out and he saves the rape case file rather then just saving himself showing how he does care.

Then in the hospital he breaks down into tears when facing Red Welby who he mercilessly beat to a pulp. He cries not only due to the guilt of his actions but also that Red still shows him kindness despite his actions.

His character arc ends in the last third where we see a man who hated minorities now being a minority (due to his burns). We are also taught a lesson about not jumping to conclusions as we find out that Jason never burned the billboards and so was scorned for no reason. Yet it is this scarring that has now made him a decent human being.

The last thing that made me forgive him was the beating that he took in order to criminalise the rapist, risking his life in order to do so. It showed that he was a man who believed in justice and was willing to go the extra mile to get it.

Jason’s influenced by his mother who has these beliefs about the world so his ability to overcome this poisonous views and become a better person us extremely powerful. He is by no means a great human being as we all have our flaws but the fact that this movie was able to make me do a completely 180° on someone who I thought I could never change my mind about deserves my utmost respect and applause.

A Star To Watch - Lucas Hedges

Lucas Hedges is an actor who just keeps working you may not see him and instantly recognise him but you will know that you know him. He perfectly defines the saying ‘no small parts only small actors’ as in all his roles his parts aren’t the main yet he still manages to leave an impact.

His filmography is already incredible starring in such high calibre films like; Moonrise Kingdom, Grand Budapest Hotel, Manchester By The Sea, Lady Bird and Three Billboards Outside of Ebbing Missouri. All of these films star such great actors, incredible direction plus get a lot of awards attention.

He has shown his range by taking a vast amount of roles all very different from one another. My personal favourite was his performance in Lady Bird as he was sweet and charming but the scene outside the coffee shop was so impactful despite its brief nature. The scene really stuck with me and made me pay attention to him.

In the future watch out for Lucas Hedges because there are going to be bigger and brighter things in his future (hopefully a leading role).

How I wish GoT to end

1) Jon Snow and Daenerys rulling on the throne together as king and queen. Although this is highly unlike and I believe realistically one or maybe both of them will die I wish for this.

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2) Sansa takes the throne. Unlike most I like her arch as a character and can see alot of parallels between her and Cersei. I think this could be a very interesting bittersweet ending depending on which side of the coin her character lands.

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3) The Night King takes the throne and evil rules. This is the dark part of me coming to the light. It would just be so cool considering how much his character has been built up to see this unstoppable force take what he wants.

I have many other theories that do not regard the throne but they shall wait for another day.