Titanic

Titanic

Titanic is a 1997 epic romantic disaster film directed by James Cameron, telling the tragic love story of Jack and Rose aboard the ill-fated RMS Titanic. The film became a cultural phenomenon and one of the highest-grossing films of all time.

Category
Romance
Release Year
1997
Origin
USA
Tags
romance
disaster
historical
drama
epic
tragedy
love story
James Cameron

Detailed Overview Information

Basic Information

Full Name
Titanic
Aliases
Not specified
Type
romance
Release Year
1997
Status
Completed film, ongoing cultural legacy
Origin
United States
Region
Not specified

Creation Information

Creator
Not specified
Publisher
Not specified
Original Work
romance
Genre
romance, disaster, historical, drama, epic, tragedy, love story, James Cameron

Content Information

Synopsis
Titanic is a 1997 epic romantic disaster film directed by James Cameron, telling the tragic love story of Jack and Rose aboard the ill-fated RMS Titanic. The film became a cultural phenomenon and one of the highest-grossing films of all time.
Main Characters
Not specified
Setting
Not specified
Themes
romance, disaster, historical, drama, epic, tragedy, love story, James Cameron
Target Audience
Not specified

Media Forms

Original Medium
Feature Film
Adaptations
Stage musical, 3D re-release, Documentary features, Video games, Books
Merchandise
Soundtracks, Collectibles, Jewelry replicas, Model ships, Clothing, Art books
Cross Media
Museum exhibitions, Ship replicas, Theme park attractions, Educational content

Commercial Information

Box Office
$2.257 billion worldwide (highest-grossing film for 12 years)
Production Budget
$200 million (most expensive film at the time)
Critical Reception
88% Rotten Tomatoes, widespread critical acclaim
Audience Reception
Beloved worldwide, cultural phenomenon
Awards
11 Academy Awards (record-tying), 4 Golden Globes, BAFTA Awards, Critics' Choice Awards
Merchandise Revenue
Hundreds of millions from soundtrack, merchandise, and re-releases

Fan Culture

Fanbase Size
Hundreds of millions worldwide
Demographics
All ages, particularly strong with romance fans and film enthusiasts
Community Platforms
Fan sites, Social media, Film forums, YouTube, Reddit, TikTok
Fan Creations
Fan art, Tributes, Parodies, Analysis videos, Recreations, Memes
Conventions
Film festivals, Titanic exhibitions, Fan gatherings, Anniversary events
Fandom Characteristics
Quote memorization, Scene recreation, Historical interest, Romantic idealization, Cultural references

Historical Development

Creation Background
James Cameron's fascination with the Titanic disaster and desire to create an epic love story
Major Milestones
1995: James Cameron begins development, 1996: Principal photography begins, 1997: Film released to massive success, 1998: Wins 11 Academy Awards, 2012: 3D re-release for 100th anniversary, 2017: 20th anniversary celebrations
Cultural Impact
Redefined epic filmmaking, influenced romance genre, created lasting cultural references
Legacy
One of the most influential and successful films in cinema history

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