is the 'golden age' of streaming already over?
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An interesting article which seems to tie in with what a lot of us on here have said - too many streaming platforms and what might be charitably termed 'content issues'...
https://www.washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/...
https://www.washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/...
It will be interesting to see if streaming services start pushing year long discounted subscriptions to keep people tied in.
I've frequently done one-month subs to things like motorsport.com or MotorTrendOnDemand and then binged on their content and then cancel.
There's also plenty of 'free' streaming options from the traditional channels even if you don't want to pay for anything.
I've frequently done one-month subs to things like motorsport.com or MotorTrendOnDemand and then binged on their content and then cancel.
There's also plenty of 'free' streaming options from the traditional channels even if you don't want to pay for anything.
There was a time when ‘Netflix Original’ meant it was probably going to be a good quality show, now they seem to be going for volume over quality.
Apple TV seem to be bucking the trend with not having many shows but they’re generally good quality but if you just want some trash TV about a real life murder then Netflix it is…
Matt Damon had some interesting things to say about how streaming is affecting the films that can get funding -
https://youtu.be/gF6K2IxC9O8
Apple TV seem to be bucking the trend with not having many shows but they’re generally good quality but if you just want some trash TV about a real life murder then Netflix it is…
Matt Damon had some interesting things to say about how streaming is affecting the films that can get funding -
https://youtu.be/gF6K2IxC9O8
Yep not surprised. Streaming became the modern version of dvds by post, which was a modern version of the video shop.
In all cases the benefit was a huge selection from a variety of sources.
Now it seems all production companies want their own slice of the pie - for their own fee - and that breaks the whole model of being able to browse loads of different material, and makes it more focussed.
They will bring about their own downfall with greed. Blu rays and dvds are dirt cheap now if you head to the second hand market. Imagine how many dvds you could accumulate for the cost of Netflix, Disney, paramount, Brit box, discovery, now tv, Amazon ( and all the others that will spring up) over the course of the year!
In all cases the benefit was a huge selection from a variety of sources.
Now it seems all production companies want their own slice of the pie - for their own fee - and that breaks the whole model of being able to browse loads of different material, and makes it more focussed.
They will bring about their own downfall with greed. Blu rays and dvds are dirt cheap now if you head to the second hand market. Imagine how many dvds you could accumulate for the cost of Netflix, Disney, paramount, Brit box, discovery, now tv, Amazon ( and all the others that will spring up) over the course of the year!
I think the Golden Age of TV is over, not just streaming. I don’t think we’ll ever see the heights of The Sopranos or The Wire again. Some think BB is a better show than the aforementioned, but I’d put BCS above that.
It’s all downhill from here. Too many content channels, which means far too many projects. And those are being spread amongst the relatively few genuine artists. The chances of bringing together a great writer, cast and production team within the same project is becoming exponentially less likely.
It’s all downhill from here. Too many content channels, which means far too many projects. And those are being spread amongst the relatively few genuine artists. The chances of bringing together a great writer, cast and production team within the same project is becoming exponentially less likely.
Amazon are probably ahead of the curve by have a spin off service, Freevee, showing content subscription free but with ads. (eg. Bosch Legacy)
We might see big shows appearing first on such platforms and then dropping back to the ad-free paid platforms once all episodes have aired, maybe even having a 'buy the box set' option to see all episodes at once.
We're already seeing big shows being released on a weekly schedule rather than coming out all at once like they once did.
We might see big shows appearing first on such platforms and then dropping back to the ad-free paid platforms once all episodes have aired, maybe even having a 'buy the box set' option to see all episodes at once.
We're already seeing big shows being released on a weekly schedule rather than coming out all at once like they once did.
Streaming services are falling into one of two camps. There’s those that have a high volume of interesting content (and what that means for you depends on your family) like Disney or more likely Netflix. Other services fall very much into the “drop in and out” camp like Apple TV or Paramount where it makes sense to do a month or two at a time then cancel once you’ve watched what you want.
It’s also possible to get annual passes to some of the services with decent discounts. Disney for example can be picked up for about £30 for a year which is amazing value.
It’s also possible to get annual passes to some of the services with decent discounts. Disney for example can be picked up for about £30 for a year which is amazing value.
Something I have found with Netflix and Prime is that it's really hard to browse, there was so much I didn't even realise was on there until I saw it mentioned elsewhere. I don't pretend to understand the technical aspects of film making, but did read that apparently Netflix normally only use a specific type of camera, hence why they end up looking so similar. They judge by minutes watched as well, so many of the films are just far too long for their own good, Army of the Dead being a prime example. There is absolutely no need whatsoever for a zombie film to be 2 1/2 hours long, it's just wasting your time.
Additionally, just streaming something runs the risk of it being removed at any time, or censored if it's decided it doesn't fit current day sensibilities.
Additionally, just streaming something runs the risk of it being removed at any time, or censored if it's decided it doesn't fit current day sensibilities.
Mr Spoon said:
If this hasn't already arrived, a content revolution will be on its way. Think about all the websites, services, media that are competing for our attention.
There is so much I forsee a generation going back to playing outside.
Probably not so very off the mark.There is so much I forsee a generation going back to playing outside.
Too much rubbish on any channel nowadays and people just wasting their lives away doing little else.
What happened to all the 'get up and go' - when younger generations lived their lives to the full?
A Winner Is You said:
Something I have found with Netflix and Prime is that it's really hard to browse, there was so much I didn't even realise was on there until I saw it mentioned elsewhere.
Same here. I don't like their menus for finding content. I can search for ages for something to watch, and find nothing that grabs my interest. Then I'm told a certain programme is on there yet I never found it when searching.Truckosaurus said:
Amazon are probably ahead of the curve by have a spin off service, Freevee, showing content subscription free but with ads. (eg. Bosch Legacy)
We might see big shows appearing first on such platforms and then dropping back to the ad-free paid platforms once all episodes have aired, maybe even having a 'buy the box set' option to see all episodes at once.
We're already seeing big shows being released on a weekly schedule rather than coming out all at once like they once did.
Re-read the article while thinking "Hang on, isn't the Washington Post owned by Uncle Jeff Bezos?" The tone then shifts to being pro-Prime because it is not like the other streamers. In the section criticizing all of the competition, the only criticism is that Amazon have invested billions into a show that will always be on prime.We might see big shows appearing first on such platforms and then dropping back to the ad-free paid platforms once all episodes have aired, maybe even having a 'buy the box set' option to see all episodes at once.
We're already seeing big shows being released on a weekly schedule rather than coming out all at once like they once did.
LeadFarmer said:
A Winner Is You said:
Something I have found with Netflix and Prime is that it's really hard to browse, there was so much I didn't even realise was on there until I saw it mentioned elsewhere.
Same here. I don't like their menus for finding content. I can search for ages for something to watch, and find nothing that grabs my interest. Then I'm told a certain programme is on there yet I never found it when searching.The issue now, is that there is too much choice. How much time have you spent idly flicking through Netflix to find something to watch?
Back in the day when there were only four channels it was much easier, although I would be watching songs of praise or Ski Sunday about now when I was a child.
The very idea of being in front of the TV at a certain time to watch a particular program seems utterly crazy now.
Back in the day when there were only four channels it was much easier, although I would be watching songs of praise or Ski Sunday about now when I was a child.
The very idea of being in front of the TV at a certain time to watch a particular program seems utterly crazy now.
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