To acquire the rights to a film

To promote and market the film

To distribute the film to theaters and other venues

To collect revenue from the film's release

A film distributor acquires the rights to a film, while a film exhibitor licenses the film for screening.

A film distributor promotes and markets the film, while a film exhibitor sells tickets and concessions.

A film distributor collects revenue from the film's release, while a film exhibitor retains the revenue generated from ticket sales.

A film distributor is responsible for the film's distribution, while a film exhibitor is responsible for the film's exhibition.

Theatrical distribution

Home video distribution

Streaming distribution

All of the above

To provide an objective analysis of a film

To express their personal opinion about a film

To influence the public's perception of a film

To promote a film

Descriptive criticism

Interpretive criticism

Evaluative criticism

All of the above

A film review is typically shorter and focuses on a specific film, while a film essay is longer and explores a broader topic related to film.

A film review is written by a professional critic, while a film essay can be written by anyone.

A film review is published in a newspaper or magazine, while a film essay is published in an academic journal.

All of the above

The film's genre

The film's director

The film's cast

The film's budget

All of the above

It can influence the public's perception of a film

It can affect a film's box office performance

It can help to shape a film's legacy

All of the above

The rise of streaming services

The decline of traditional movie theaters

The increasing cost of film production

All of the above

The increasing number of films being released

The need to be objective and fair in their criticism

The pressure to write positive reviews

All of the above

Streaming services will become the dominant form of film distribution

Traditional movie theaters will continue to play an important role

Film distributors will find new ways to reach audiences

All of the above

Film criticism will become more diverse and inclusive

Film critics will use new technologies to engage with audiences

Film criticism will continue to play an important role in the film industry

All of the above

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