Box office Quote by John Lasseter
“I think that the entertainment industry and the entertainment press tends to focus on opening weekend box office as a measure of the success of a film and I think the true success is out there in people's homes and how much they absolutely love these characters.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Film Industry Panel, 2015
Success of a film should be measured by lasting audience affection, not just opening weekend earnings.
In simple terms: True success is fans' love over time.
Focus on lasting impact, not short-term numbers.
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When to use this quote
- box office
- home streaming
- fan communities
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What can creators do to build lasting fan loyalty?
- How do streaming platforms change success criteria?
Short‑term metrics can still drive funding decisions.