Tier one talent usually has a participation in the film's revenue streams, whether it's the gross revenue or net revenue. But top-tier talent is more likely to be participating and that also tends to be part of the cost equation.

210

Oftentimes I think movies that come into the limelight through significant Academy Award nominations get a little better play in their current window, and most often that's a theatrical (box office) number. If the movie wins, it's got a bump up in revenue and a higher video profile.

148