Movies and TV The Future of the Entertainment Industry

Amnorix · 02-15-2018, 03:13 PM

This thread is being started as a spin-off (see what i did there) from the NFL ratings decline thread in the Lounge. Trying to take advantage of Dane's knowledge of the industry, I asked what the future of movie-making is, given the shift in demographics and how younger generations are receiving content.

I also wondered whether movie theaters would go the way of the dodo, or more specifically Blockbuster, and my kids would be telling their kids about how they used to exist but now don't.

banecat · 02-15-2018, 03:38 PM

I only watch blockbusters at a theater. And with how many of them are turning into places that serve gourmet food, mixed drinks on recliners it could keep them in business a little longer than if they hadn't tried a transition. Network television is funny they're really trying to become basic cable with how they format their shows. And with how they cast as I only see promos while watching sports. I did catch an episode of Discovery. The opening titles reminded me of a cross between season one of True Detective, and Westworld.

Netflix is interesting as it seems they their competitors have tried to box them out, but it didn't work. I wonder how long they can outbid everyone for the shows that they do steal away from other channels. A lot of their material is available for rent on other forums. Amazon has the inside edge with renting what doesn't come with a membership, offering music, and being propped up by an online retailer the likes that hasn't been seen yet.

It's interesting to watch how it all has changed. And how it continues to change so quickly. And how much it will still be changing. Just in the networks with being so mammoth it'll be interesting to see how long they move so slowly, or if they adapt better eventually. I'm not sure how long game shows, reality shows, cop drama, court drama, fire and rescue drama, and the like can sustain them

Dayze · 02-15-2018, 03:58 PM

I couldn't tell you the last time I went to see a movie in a theater. The last one that I definitely remember is "The Departed". I know there's been another since then because I remember leaving our current residence to go see it (and we've only been in this place 6 years).....but I can't for the life of me remember what movie it was.

I usually grab them off Red Box.
Netflix pretty much blows in terms of recent theater movies, IMO. but good for documentaries, comedy specials, shows, Netflix Originals etc.

we used to have all the movie channels on our DTV, but they too began to suck out loud. 2 years ago we downgraded to only HBO, and we're thinking of dropping that as well. Same old movies; never seems like there's anything 'new' per se. I'm sure there are, it just doesn't seem like it.

I won't say I'll never go to a theater again, but man....I haven't seen anything advertised that made me think "man, I gotta go see this". Sad. I used to love going - but price vs. quality of movie has been out of whack for me for quite a while.

**DaneMcCloud** · 02-15-2018, 04:09 PM

The major studios have discussed a "Video On Demand" service that would allow people to see newly released feature films within weeks of the initial release but decided against it.

While ticket sales were down 6% from 2016, it can partially be due to the fact that 2017 didn't offer any blockbuster films, outside of The Last Jedi (which came in way short of expectations). Next year should be markedly better, with Solo, Avengers, Ant-Man & Wasp, etc.

But keep in mind, Box Office revenues were still $11.1 billion dollars, and that doesn't include the billions of dollars generated by the theater chains and exhibitors.

Overall box office attendance peaked in 2002, so this isn't a brand new trend. But as theaters continue to upgrade their sound systems, seating and concessions (more and more are serving alcohol, have built-in restaurants, pre-sale seats and more), nothing can truly replace the movie theater experience.

bowener · 02-15-2018, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Dayze

I couldn't tell you the last time I went to see a movie in a theater. The last one that I definitely remember is "The Departed". I know there's been another since then because I remember leaving our current residence to go see it (and we've only been in this place 6 years).....but I can't for the life of me remember what movie it was.

I usually grab them off Red Box.
Netflix pretty much blows in terms of recent theater movies, IMO. but good for documentaries, comedy specials, shows, Netflix Originals etc.

we used to have all the movie channels on our DTV, but they too began to suck out loud. 2 years ago we downgraded to only HBO, and we're thinking of dropping that as well. Same old movies; never seems like there's anything 'new' per se. I'm sure there are, it just doesn't seem like it.

I won't say I'll never go to a theater again, but man....I haven't seen anything advertised that made me think "man, I gotta go see this". Sad. I used to love going - but price vs. quality of movie has been out of whack for me for quite a while.

There is a thread on this, but consider getting moviepass. Drop HBO and use that money to get two moviepasses. It should be nearly the exact same cost overall. You can see a movie a day for $9 a month. It is fantastic. I've been going to the theater to watch films I normally wouldn't spend money on and to watch rereleases of older films like Jaws or Alien. You can use moviepass and still get rewards on your theater's loyalty program as well, which means every couple of films you see, you get some free popcorn and drinks.

**DaneMcCloud** · 02-15-2018, 04:18 PM