The Mainstream Entertainment Industry’s Collapse: No Tragedy.
Democracy and Rapid Social Change
In democracies, people often expect to have a say in the decisions that can have a lasting impact on their lives. However, the reality is quite different. Throughout history, significant changes have occurred without any referendums or elections. This has become even more apparent in recent generations with the rise of modern technology, particularly the Internet.
Technological advancements have the power to transform lives on a massive scale. Just a few decades ago, watching a movie meant going to a theater, interacting with others, and experiencing it in a specific location. But now, with the click of a button or a voice command, we can watch movies from the comfort of our own homes. This rapid change has become the norm, and we often take it for granted.
While we have grown accustomed to this kind of social change, what happens when these conveniences suddenly disappear? This is no longer a hypothetical question. The recent strike by screenwriters and actors in Hollywood has effectively shut down the entertainment industry in the United States. This strike affects movies, television shows, video games, and more. It is an unprecedented event in our online world of streaming services and gaming platforms.
The Impact on Journalists and Corporate Media
For journalists in corporate media, who spend countless hours glued to screens, this strike is an extinction-level event. It is a catastrophe of monumental proportions. These journalists, who often overlook significant events, are now fixated on the Hollywood strike. The Associated Press even published a headline that emphasizes the severity of the situation:
“Hollywood plunges into all-out war on the heels of pandemic and a streaming revolution.”
This headline, along with the coverage on CBS’s “Face the Nation,” highlights the gravity of the Hollywood shutdown. Barry Diller, the former CEO of Paramount, was invited to discuss the consequences of the ongoing strikes. According to Diller, if the strike is not resolved by Christmas, there will be a severe shortage of programs for people to watch.
But should we be trembling in fear at the thought of losing our beloved programs? Is it really a bad thing if we spend less time staring at screens and more time engaging with the real world? Barry Diller assumes that we would agree with him, but perhaps it’s time to question the constant consumption of content and consider other meaningful pursuits.
The Decline of Hollywood and the Excuse of COVID
While Hollywood executives desperately try to maintain our subscription-based content consumption, recent data points suggest a decline in interest. Big-budget films like “The Flash,” ”Mission Impossible,” and “Indiana Jones” have failed to meet expectations at the box office. People are growing weary of the content Hollywood produces.
Instead of addressing this issue honestly, corporate media is quick to blame the decline on COVID. They argue that the pandemic’s impact on movie theaters and production is the primary reason for the industry’s struggles. However, this explanation fails to consider the success of films like “Sound of Freedom” and “Nefarious,” which have reached large audiences despite limited budgets and minimal marketing.
The truth is, people are still interested in films, but they have grown tired of the mainstream Hollywood formula. Redundant storylines, woke propaganda, and a lack of originality have left audiences feeling disillusioned. The collapse of the mainstream entertainment industry may be seen as a tragedy by panicked executives and journalists, but it is a necessary step towards creating an industry that produces content people genuinely want to watch.
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