Box Office Bloodbath: When Blockbusters Get Knocked Off Their Pedestal The world of cinema is a cruel mistress, where yesterday's champions can fall to earth in an instant.
James Cameron's Titanic, once the untouchable behemoth that held court at the top of the global grossing charts for nearly three decades, has been knocked off its pedestal by Spider Man: Brand New Day.
This shift in fortunes is not solely due to the merits of Spider Man itself, but also a reflection of changing cinematic tastes and viewing habits.