Barack Obama Shares 13 Favorite Movies Of 2023, Including 3 He Produced: Did 'Barbie' Or 'Oppenheimer' Make The List?
Portfolio Pulse from Chris Katje
Former President Barack Obama shared his favorite movies of 2023, including three produced by his company Higher Ground and streamed on Netflix. The list features a mix of theatrical releases, streaming movies, and independent films. 'Leave the World Behind' on Netflix received notable attention. 'Oppenheimer' was the fourth highest-grossing movie domestically. Focus Features, a unit of Comcast, had three films on the list, while 'Barbie', the highest-grossing film, was absent.

December 28, 2023 | 11:00 pm
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Amazon's MGM unit had two films on Obama's list, which could enhance the visibility and appeal of Amazon's movie offerings.
The inclusion of MGM films in Obama's list may positively influence the audience's perception of Amazon's investment in quality film content.
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Comcast's Focus Features is highlighted with three films on Obama's list, which may draw more attention to these titles and Comcast's film division.
The mention of Focus Features multiple times could lead to increased interest in their films and a positive perception of Comcast's content offerings.
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Netflix streamed three of Obama's favorite movies produced by Higher Ground, potentially boosting viewer interest and platform engagement.
The endorsement of movies by a high-profile figure like Obama can lead to increased viewership and positive sentiment towards Netflix, especially for the content produced by Higher Ground.
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Nike's portrayal in the film 'Air' about Michael Jordan's deal with the company, included in Obama's list, could resonate with consumers and investors.
The film 'Air' could reinforce Nike's brand story and historical association with Michael Jordan, potentially influencing consumer sentiment and investor perception.
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