NEW YORK — Voters for the 65th annual Tony Awards demonstrated their faith in The Book of MormonSunday night, showering the irreverent buddy comedy about two unworldly missionaries catapulted from Salt Lake City to a poverty-stricken Ugandan village with nine wins, including best musical.
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Judging by last weekend’s blowout box-office results, it appears that the American movie-going public is back with the vengeance of a slasher-movie sequel.
padt 10:07am May 31, 2011
Notice how one of the reasons for this increase in royalties is no longer mentioned: “We want to encourage the local film industry.”
I suggest it’s no longer mentioned because it wasn’t an important reason in the first place, but a convenient line to spin out and a cover for a quick money grab.