The director is in movie jail after his last film failed.
movie jail
idiomA state of derailment of a career or limited opportunities to which a film industry professional is seemingly relegated, usually as a result of making an unsuccessful film.
After the studio lost millions on his latest project, the actor found himself in movie jail for several years.
Following a string of critical and commercial disasters, the once-celebrated filmmaker languished in movie jail, unable to secure funding for his passion projects.
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get out of jail free card
A certain privilege or advantage that provides relief from an undesirable situation or immunity from punishment or consequences.
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have seen this movie
To have experienced a situation which is the same as or similar to the current situation, especially with a sense of the unpleasantness or tiresomeness of the recurring situation.
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popcorn movie
A motion picture without serious dramatic content, a weighty message, or intellectual depth, which serves simply as enjoyable entertainment.
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tentpole movie
A major motion picture which is expensive to produce but expected to generate significant revenue for its studio and investors.