Synergy is combination of two or more organisation.
Blockbuster is a big budget film that may consist of popular stars, good equipment, and high production value. This high production value will also have high concept (huge idea behind it). Blockbuster has a global appeal attracting a larger mass audience. It is often released during the summer time this is because in northern hemisphere most people have work/school off. Merchandising is products sold by a brand of film for example: Spiderman costumes. The films, Iron man, hulk, captain America and thorn were released prior to Avengers assemble including one of the characters Nick fury who was in more than one film. The lead up for this film created in the other film was by merchandising of products, constant advertisements and teaser trailers. The unique selling point to satisfy moviegoers was the synergy itself as it combined the characters i.e. Hulk and Ironman. The films came out together making it more appealing. Synergy consists of:
Product Placement Companies
Ties in promotional partnership Spins offs Pre existing property Merchandising companies Vertical Integration
Vertical integration is a chain of ownership which may include
number of institutions entitled for specific purposes such as finance, exhibition, distribution and production.