‘Hollywood’s Version Of A Stimulus Package’

“First there’s the number of people who watch the Oscars themselves. The Academy’s thinking: The more blockbuster films that are nominated, the more people will watch.” Then there’s the box office: “Best picture nominees simply make more money. So the more best picture nominees, the more films moviegoers think they’re supposed to see to stay hip with the cultural conversation.” And think of what all the extra ad revenue will do for journalism …