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Evacuation, Anxiety, and Hope: Life During a Wildfire

The crackle of a campfire, the comforting warmth against the cool night air — it’s a feeling I’ve cherished since childhood. But living in Topanga Canyon, nestled in the heart of the Santa Monica mountains, has taught me that fire can be both a source of comfort and a terrifying force of nature. I’ve called … Continue reading “Evacuation, Anxiety, and Hope: Life During a Wildfire”
Content is Content: A Manifesto for the Episodic Revolution

Forget those tired narratives about the changing media landscape. This is a bold proclamation, a wake-up call to the entertainment industry: episodic content isn’t just the future, it’s the glorious present, reigning supreme as our most captivating form of entertainment. And it’s high time everyone else caught up. It’s time for a revolution, a complete … Continue reading “Content is Content: A Manifesto for the Episodic Revolution”
Artificial Energy

Our feature this month, on the 20 most creative and transformative uses of artificial intelligence in the digital and home entertainment industry over the past year, came at the suggestion of a longtime reader. “Hey, you guys will really be ahead of the curve on this one,” he said. So I talked it over … Continue reading “Artificial Energy”
The Streaming Wars: AI, UX, and the Future of Entertainment — A User’s Perspective

The digital entertainment landscape is a fierce battleground. Streaming services clash for our attention, each wielding vast content libraries, sophisticated algorithms, and ever-evolving user interfaces. Choosing the right platform can feel overwhelming, but this guide dissects the major players, exploring their strengths and weaknesses, the pivotal role of AI, the impact of advertising, and, crucially, … Continue reading “The Streaming Wars: AI, UX, and the Future of Entertainment — A User’s Perspective”
Streaming Shifts and Strategic Surprises: November’s Global Platform Power Plays

November 2024 is proving to be a pivotal month in the streaming world, where bold decisions and strategic surprises are reshaping the way audiences engage with content. From innovative platform launches to dramatic rebrands and consolidations, the industry’s dynamism reflects a relentless pursuit of relevance in an increasingly competitive market. Let’s explore the highlights driving this … Continue reading “Streaming Shifts and Strategic Surprises: November’s Global Platform Power Plays”
Memories of Black Fridays Past

Remember those late, great Black Friday sales, where the big box merchants — led by Walmart and Best Buy — tried their best to outdo themselves in offering that red-hot commodity, DVD — and, later, Blu-ray Disc — at lowball prices? Back then, in the early 2000s, the disc was the only way to watch … Continue reading “Memories of Black Fridays Past”
Amazon, Apple TV+ Partnership a Win-Win for Both Parties

Amazon and Apple. Two titans of the digital age, each with distinct philosophies and approaches to business. Amazon, the sprawling online retailer, thrives on openness, embracing a vast ecosystem of partners and services. Apple, the sleek purveyor of premium devices and the world’s most valuable company — boasting a market cap of $3.572 trillion in … Continue reading “Amazon, Apple TV+ Partnership a Win-Win for Both Parties”
Cannes Chronicles: Top Trends at MIPCOM 2024 — AI, Ads, Archive Awakenings, and FAST Streaming

MIPCOM 2024 brought together industry heavyweights keen to explore the latest trends in entertainment. Navigating between Café Roma, the Palais, and lively evening events, we observed firsthand how the industry is charging headlong into a new era of content creation and monetization. Here are the top six trends emerging from Cannes this year — signposts … Continue reading “Cannes Chronicles: Top Trends at MIPCOM 2024 — AI, Ads, Archive Awakenings, and FAST Streaming”
The Balancing Act of Independent Film Distribution

Psychologists have long said that people have a basic human need to feel seen and heard. The same can be said about independent film. In the cover story of the October 2024 issue of Media Play News, we take a deep dive into independent film distribution, a segment of the industry to which we’ve always … Continue reading “The Balancing Act of Independent Film Distribution”
Was Quibi Too Quick to Die? Short-Form Content Signals a Shift in Vertical Viewing

The rise and fall of Quibi left many questioning the viability of short-form, mobile-first video content. Yet, in 2024, the market is showing explosive growth. According to Appfigures, short drama apps such as ReelShort and DramaBox generated $146 million in global consumer spending in Q1 2024, a stunning 8,000% increase from the previous year. This … Continue reading “Was Quibi Too Quick to Die? Short-Form Content Signals a Shift in Vertical Viewing”

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Blogs

Evacuation, Anxiety, and Hope: Life During a Wildfire

Content is Content: A Manifesto for the Episodic Revolution

Artificial Energy

The Streaming Wars: AI, UX, and the Future of Entertainment — A User’s Perspective

Streaming Shifts and Strategic Surprises: November’s Global Platform Power Plays

Memories of Black Fridays Past

Amazon, Apple TV+ Partnership a Win-Win for Both Parties

Cannes Chronicles: Top Trends at MIPCOM 2024 — AI, Ads, Archive Awakenings, and FAST Streaming

The Balancing Act of Independent Film Distribution

Was Quibi Too Quick to Die? Short-Form Content Signals a Shift in Vertical Viewing

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