The keyword term is an interrogative clause, a type of sentence that asks a direct question. Grammatically, it is structured with "when" as an interrogative adverb, "was made" as a verb phrase in the passive voice, and "patriot day movie" as a compound noun phrase acting as the subject. The film referenced, Patriots Day, was produced and had its initial premieres in 2016 before its wide public release in 2017.
Directed by Peter Berg, the film's release was staged in several phases. It held its world premiere at the AFI Fest on November 17, 2016. Following this, it began a limited theatrical run in Boston, New York, and Los Angeles on December 21, 2016, to qualify for awards season. The nationwide wide release in the United States occurred subsequently on January 13, 2017.
This staggered release schedule is a common distribution strategy known as a platform release. By opening in a few key cities first, studios can build critical acclaim and positive word-of-mouth from audiences. This momentum is then used to support a more expensive nationwide marketing campaign for the wider release, intended to maximize the film's commercial and critical impact.
