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The film’s poor box office results suggest Disney will face substantial losses—estimations place the total all-in cost at around $300 million when accounting for production and marketing expenses. Given the limited theatrical revenues, it's projected that Elemental could lose $100-200 million, further straining Disney's animation division.

The Bigger Picture: Industry Trends and Implications

These failures are more than isolated incidents; they highlight broader issues plaguing Hollywood: