Streaming Wars: Crowded Market Grows Even Bigger as Film Festivals Explore Virtual Options
Indie Edition: Major festivals from Sundance to Cannes are experimenting with online programming, but that doesn’t mean they’re all in.
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Streaming Wars: Virtual Cinemas Offer Haven for Cinephiles and Struggling Theaters Alike
Indie Edition: This week, a look at the myriad “virtual cinema” initiatives aiming to bolster indie features and help save struggling cinemas.
‘#blackAF’ Struggles, ‘Mrs. America’ Shines, and Netflix, Hulu Weigh the Future — Streaming Wars
Plus: HBO Max makes an announcement (but no, not that one), and Quibi keeps on Quibi-ing!
Streaming Wars: Indie Platforms Start Leaning on Older Programming, from ‘Roar’ to Agnes Varda
Indie Edition: Theater-at-home schemes are the latest big twist in an evolving landscape, but smart streamers are turning to deep libraries for beefier programming.
Streaming Wars: Quibi Faces Its Ultimate Test, ‘Big Little Lies’ Starts a Trend, and ‘Tiger King’ Roars
More people are watching “Tiger King” than “Ozark.” Just sit with that for a second. Wow.
Streaming Wars: Indie Streamers Are Getting Nimble in Face of Brand New Distribution World
Indie Edition: New “virtual cinemas” are rolling out on a near-daily basis, while festival-goers missing live events suddenly have a bevy of at-home collections to choose from.
Streaming Wars: As Competition Grows, Indie Streamers Keep Up Blistering Race for Viewers
Indie Edition: Existing streaming platforms are moving quickly to up their game, complete with theatrical-at-home deals and clever programming.
Streaming Wars: Will Indie Outfits Like Criterion Channel, Shudder, and Kino Now Get a Boost in Trying Times?
Indie Edition: Theatrical windows are shattering, free trials are everywhere, and festival films still need a home. Can indie streaming platforms fill the gap?
UMC’s Underdog Advantage: Inside the Streaming Battle for Premium Black Content
Facing increased competition from Viacom-funded BET+, UMC’s Chief Content Officer Brett Dismuke revels in his service being a ‘guinea pig’ in the chase for black audiences.
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Rami Malek & Pete Davidson Impersonate Each Other On ‘Saturday Night Live’
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