After the huge success of the Oscar season competition, it’s once again time to pit your wits against other film fans in media land!
This time around, players have to select 11 films to build a team from the summer line-up that they think will earn the most at the UK box office during each films opening week.
However, like any good team selection, you have to have the right mix, from blockbusters, major releases, family and art house films. Limits will apply to the number of films that can be chosen from each category.
Knowledge of this summer’s big hitters, as well as more under the radar releases will be essential for anyone hoping to win the top prize.
Speaking of which, the person who at the end of the summer has the selection of films that have grossed the most during their opening week at the UK box office will win the five star prize of a Red Carpet Première complete with dinner and a London overnight stay for two.
To register your team click here
Here are some top tips from our Head of Film, Tom Linay, to consider when selecting your team.
- Will family films dominate the summer holidays?
- Which films will make most money in their opening week, in comparison to their full run?
- Which sequels are being released this summer to highly successful and popular originals?
- Some films may have already screened at festivals or been released around the world. Try and find some online reviews to see if the films meet expectations.
- Look at the release schedule and see what films are being released near each other and consider whether this will impact on their box office.
- To read more about my thoughts on the summer schedule, click here
The deadline for submitting your picks is Friday 2 May and the winner will be unveiled in the first week of September.
Good luck!
The DCM FFL Team