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Despite tear-shredding headlines about fantastic box office numbers, the reality is that Disney’s recent theatrical efforts are hemorrhaging money. Films like “The Little Mermaid,” “Elemental,” and “Indiana Jones 5” have collectively cost nearly $1.88 billion in production and marketing but are expected to produce gross revenue of under $1.2 billion in total. This discrepancy suggests a $700 million deficit just from those recent releases, with some estimates indicating losses could reach $900 million if all expenses are fully accounted.