I, Daniel Blake

1) What is independent cinema and how is it different to Hollywood blockbusters?

Independent cinema is cinema produced outside of big studios with a small to medium budget”–such is the definition of independent cinema. Contrary to many other definitions, independent cinema is defined not by what it is, but by its opposition to the cinema of big Hollywood machines.

2) What is I, Daniel Blake about?

I, Daniel Blake is a 2016 drama film directed by Ken Loach and written by longtime collaborator Paul Laverty. It stars Dave Johns as Daniel Blake, who is denied employment and support allowance despite his doctor finding him unfit to work.

3)  Who directed I, Daniel Blake and why is this important?

Ken Loach directed I, Daniel Blake. This is important because he's socially critical directing style and socialist ideals are evident in his film treatment of social issues such as poverty, homelessness, and labour rights.

4) How was I, Daniel Blake promoted to an audience? List at least three different methods used by the film's marketing campaign.

I, Daniel Blake was promoted to the audience because of various posters and trailers.

5) What unusual or creative marketing methods were used to get audiences talking about the film?

The unusual and creative marketing methods that were used to get the audiences talking about the film is portraying the characters as relatable to the British audience.

6) What was the estimated production budget for I, Daniel Blake and how much did it make at the box office?

The estimated production budget for I. Daniel Blake was $15.8 million.

7) How can independent films like I, Daniel Blake compete with Hollywood blockbusters like Doctor Strange?

Independent films like I, Daniel Blake could compete with Hollywood blockbusters like Doctor Strange by selling some merch to do with the movie.

8) In your opinion, was I, Daniel Blake a success?

Yes. This is because for an independent movie, they ended up getting loads of good reviews and people watched it. They also got loads of money in the end.