Steven Soderbergh Calls 'Black Bag' Box Office Performance 'Frustrating,' Worries About Impact on the Industry

Steven Soderbergh was frustrated by the underwhelming box office performance of his latest film, "Black Bag," and he is concerned that its poor earnings could represent a dark sign for Hollywood's future. When "Black Bag" hit theaters in March, the film received widespread praise and emerged as one of the most well-reviewed films of the year. Its critical success did not translate financially, though. The film grossed just over $38 million at the worldwide box office, falling short of its reported $50 million budget. "It was frustrating. The people we needed to come out didn't . . .