Sarah Whitten
Sarah Whitten is a reporter for CNBC.com, where she covers entertainment, film, television, music, toys and theme parks. She has written about the box office success of films like 'Inside Out 2', 'Dune: Part Two', and 'Five Nights at Freddy's'. Her articles often include information on the financial performance of movies and streaming deals.
Biography:
https://www.cnbc.com/sarah-whitten/
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
88%
Examples:
- Sarah Whitten tends to present information without adding personal opinions or interpretations.
- She often reports on entertainment news with a neutral tone.
Conflicts of Interest
62%
Examples:
- Whitten reported on the success of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour film and its streaming deal with Disney without disclosing that Disney CEO Bob Iger had made the announcement during an earnings call.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- She also mentioned that 'Dune: Part Two' opened with an estimated $81.5 million at the box office, but this number included IMAX ticket sales which represented around 23% of domestic ticket sales or $18.5 million.
- Whitten reported the box office numbers for 'Dune: Part Two' but failed to mention that the film was made using IMAX digital cameras and that presales for IMAX screenings weren't available until three weeks out.
Deceptions
62%
Examples:
- She also reported that Disney had beaten earnings estimates when in fact it only met them.
- Whitten's article on Taylor Swift's Eras Tour film implied that it would be available exclusively on Disney+, but this information was not disclosed by Disney until after the fact and only through a press release.
Recent Articles
Disney-Pixar's Inside Out 2: A Box Office Success and Boost for Family Films
Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024Disney and Pixar's Inside Out 2, featuring Amy Poehler and Maya Hawke, grossed $300 million globally during its opening weekend, boosting ticket sales for family films like Despicable Me 4 and Moana 2. The animated movie's success underscores the enduring appeal of family films and the importance of diverse sources in reporting. Disney and Pixar's New Animation: A Peek into the Unreleased Masterpiece
Broke On: Saturday, 15 June 2024Disney-Pixar's latest collaboration brings an enchanting tale of friendship and self-discovery to life. Dune: Part Two Delivers More Action and Spectacle Than Expected, Cost $190 Million to Make
Broke On: Friday, 08 March 2024Dune: Part Two is currently in theaters and delivers more action and spectacle than expected. The film, directed by Denis Villeneuve, cost $190 million to make. 
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Concert Film Heads to Disney+
Broke On: Thursday, 08 February 2024Taylor Swift's Eras Tour concert film is heading to Disney+ for streaming next month. 
Disney Beats Expectations with Better-Than-Expected Earnings in Q1, Plans to Cut Costs by $7.5 Billion by 2024
Broke On: Wednesday, 07 February 2024Disney reported better-than-expected earnings in Q1 2023, despite revenue stagnation. The company aims to cut costs by $7.5 billion by the end of fiscal 2024 and expects an EPS of about $4.60 for that year's quarter. 'Five Nights at Freddy's' Sets New Box Office Record
Broke On: Sunday, 29 October 2023'Five Nights at Freddy's' grossed $78 million domestically during its opening weekend. The film set a new record for a video game adaptation.
