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Jason Blum Nets $17 M Bonus as ‘Obsession’ Smashes Box Office

6/10/2026

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Jason Blum earned about $17 million in bonuses as executive producer of “Obsession.”
The bonus paid $2 million after $25 million domestic and $500 000 for each extra $5 million, totaling $17 million.
“Obsession,” made for $750,000, was bought by Focus Features for $15 million.
The film earned over $150 million domestically and $229 million worldwide, while art director Sally Choi was paid under $7,000, sparking compensation debate.

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Jason Blum earned about $17 million in bonuses as executive producer of “Obsession.”
The bonus paid $2 million after $25 million domestic and $500 000 for each extra $5 million, totaling $17 million.
“Obsession,” made for $750,000, was bought by Focus Features for $15 million.
The film earned over $150 million domestically and $229 million worldwide, while art director Sally Choi was paid under $7,000, sparking compensation debate.