Is the Max/Hulu/Disney+ Mega-Bundle Worth the Price? A Closer Look at Streaming’s Newest Offering
October 20, 2024
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In a move that shocked many in the entertainment industry, two of the largest legacy media companies, Warner Bros. Discovery and Disney have teamed up to offer a cross-company mega-bundle featuring Disney+, Hulu, and Max. Launched on July 25th, this bundle combines three major streaming platforms under one roof.
The FAST Frontier: How Free Ad-Supported Platforms Are Transforming Streaming and Cable Television
November 13, 2024
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As streaming fatigue sets in, consumers increasingly opt for FAST (Free Ad-Supported Television), with traditional cable providers feeling the pinch. Once considered fringe players, FAST platforms capture significant market share with their ad-supported, cost-free models, while SVOD giants drive premium content strategies and global expansion.
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Production is Fleeing Los Angeles: How Poor Policies Push Producers Away
November 19, 2024
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Long hailed as the beating heart of the entertainment industry, Los Angeles is losing its grip on film and TV production. Once the undisputed leader of Hollywood magic, Southern California faces a dismal reality: plummeting production levels, industry layoffs, creative drain, and a mass exodus of viable projects to rival jurisdictions.
From Capes to Clicks: The Fall of Superheroes and the Streaming Shakedown
November 16, 2024
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The superhero genre, once its crown jewel, is fading under the weight of oversaturation and audience fatigue, devolving into a rebellion by the fandom. Yet, in this chaos lies an opportunity. As audiences reject formulaic content and mediocrity, a new wave of creativity can emerge, reshaping the film industry.
The FAST Frontier: How Free Ad-Supported Platforms Are Transforming Streaming and Cable Television
November 13, 2024
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As streaming fatigue sets in, consumers increasingly opt for FAST (Free Ad-Supported Television), with traditional cable providers feeling the pinch. Once considered fringe players, FAST platforms capture significant market share with their ad-supported, cost-free models, while SVOD giants drive premium content strategies and global expansion.
Inside AFM 2024: Mixed Reviews, Cautious Buyers, and More Gains for Streamers
November 12, 2024
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AFM 2024: UK’s New Tax Credit Sparks Interest from Global Film Producers
November 7, 2024
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The UK’s new Independent Film Tax Credit is drawing attention at AFM 2024, promising enhanced tax relief for eligible films with a qualifying spend of up to £15 million. The new credit, aimed at supporting independent film production, offers a significant boost with a 53% enhanced credit rate, translating to a net rate of nearly 40% after tax.
Production is Fleeing Los Angeles: How Poor Policies Push Producers Away
November 19, 2024
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Long hailed as the beating heart of the entertainment industry, Los Angeles is losing its grip on film and TV production. Once the undisputed leader of Hollywood magic, Southern California faces a dismal reality: plummeting production levels, industry layoffs, creative drain, and a mass exodus of viable projects to rival jurisdictions.