umbrella film

umbrella film
 n.— «Traditionally blockbuster and sequel films, or as they are called in the industry “umbrella films,” are planned to make the majority of profit for a company. These films are usually released during summer.» —“How much does hype determine Oscar outcomes?” by Tim Tillman in Loyola College Greyhound (Baltimore, Maryland) Feb. 5, 2008. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)

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