Robert Winfree, Alexis Hejna and Mark Radulich present their 2024 Year in Review/2025 Schedule and Preview Show!This episode is packed with reflections, evaluations, and anticipations that are sure to excite film enthusiasts and industry followers alike.Our discussion begins with each of us revealing our top movies of the year. From the awe-inspiring blockbusters to the hidden gems that left a lasting impression, we’ll explore the films that defined 2024 for us. We’ll also cover our personal picks for the worst five movies of the year—those cinematic missteps that missed the mark, sparked frustration, or simply failed to deliver. Additionally, we’ll highlight honorable mentions, celebrating films that may not have made the top tier but were nonetheless noteworthy for their creativity, performances, or impact.As a cornerstone of this review, we’ll use our detailed spreadsheet to analyze the financial outcomes for the major film studios in 2024. This comprehensive breakdown will illuminate which studios came out on top and which faltered in the ever-competitive film market. The spreadsheet includes data for Universal, Disney, Warner Bros., Sony, Paramount, MGM Amazon, Lionsgate, A24, and Neon, among others. We’ll scrutinize the Total P&L by Studio sheet to identify the studio that generated the most profit and the one that faced the most financial challenges. Additionally, the Sorted by Profit sheet will guide our conversation about which films were standouts in terms of profitability—the ones that brought studios significant returns on investment—and which projects struggled to recoup their costs.Our analysis will include both qualitative and quantitative insights. We’ll reflect on the strategies employed by each studio, the impact of marquee franchises, the rise of original content, and the shifting preferences of moviegoers. How did the highly anticipated tentpole releases perform? Were there surprises in the indie or mid-budget categories that gained traction? We’ll also discuss how marketing, release timing, and competition influenced the financial landscape.To wrap up the episode, we’ll look ahead to the film slate of 2025. Our team will finalize which films we plan to review between now and December 2025. This forward-looking discussion will touch on the most anticipated releases, emerging trends, and the potential for certain genres or filmmakers to dominate the upcoming year. Whether it’s the latest installments in beloved franchises, bold new originals, or adaptations of popular IPs, we’ll outline what listeners can expect from Damn You Hollywood in the months to come.This episode serves as both a retrospective and a preview, offering a comprehensive look at the state of the film industry as one year closes and another begins. By combining our personal perspectives, detailed data analysis, and informed predictions, we aim to provide an engaging and insightful conversation for movie lovers and industry watchers. Don’t miss it!Disclaimer: The following may contain offensive language, adult humor, and/or content that some viewers may find offensive – The views and opinions expressed by any one speaker does not explicitly or necessarily reflect or represent those of Mark Radulich or W2M Network.Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76alsohttps://www.teepublic.com/user/radulich-in-broadcasting-networkFB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSWTiktok: @markradulichtwitter: @MarkRadulichInstagram: markkind76RIBN Album Playlist: https://suno.com/playlist/91d704c9-d1ea-45a0-9ffe-5069497bad59