motion picture industry has played a pivotal role in the lives of many Americans. Films have captivated audiences around the world with their information, cinematic, acting, and story. Many films illuminate a particular aspect of society that needs to be altered for the better, while others simply entertain with an intense story. Feature films, especially those marred with fantasy, suspense and intrigue are very popular among the viewing population due primarily to their emotional appeal. Below is chart of the top 10 grossing films of 2012 (Roback, 2010).

The Hunger Games

LGF

$337,070,000

$152,535,747

Dr. Seuss' The Lorax

Uni.

$204,483,000

$70,217,070

Safe House

Uni.

$125,290,000

3,121

$40,172,720

3,119

2/10

The Vow

SGem

$124,089,227

3,038

$41,202,458

2,958

2/10

Jump Street

Sony

$120,565,000

3,148

$36,302,612

3,121

3/16

Journey 2: The Mysterious Island

WB

$100,422,000

3,500

$27,335,363

3,470

2/10

Wrath of the Titans

WB

$71,251,000

3,545

$33,457,188

3,545

3/30

Act of Valor

Rela....
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