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“Titanic” was the most successful movie of the 1990s both in terms of box office numbers and cultural impact. The film, directed by James Cameron and starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, was a massive success, earning over $1 billion at the box office, according to The Numbers, and winning 11 Academy Awards.

The 1990s were a decade of change in the film industry. The home video market expanded, new independent production companies emerged, and advancements in CGI technology led to the birth of virtual cinematography. At the same time, disaster films made a comeback.

“Titanic” was a product of this changing landscape. It was one of the first films to make use of virtual cinematography, and its success helped pave the way for other big-budget blockbusters. The film also benefited from the popularity of director Cameron, well-known for “The Terminator” and “Aliens.”

“Titanic” was a groundbreaking film in many ways, and its success ushered in a new era of filmmaking. It is no wonder that it is still remembered as not just the most successful film of the 1990s but also one of the most iconic.

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