The chapter delves into the challenges of group experiences in modern media consumption, discussing the changing landscape of filmmaking and the shift towards individualized entertainment experiences. It also features a conversation with Rob Reiner and Albert Brooks on the evolving Hollywood industry and the impact of technology on audience engagement.
Kim Masters and Matt Belloni examine the dissolution of the Paramount-Skydance merger after Shari Redstone calls it quits on the deal. They also discuss Sony’s purchase of Alamo Drafthouse theaters.
Plus, Masters speaks to Rob Reiner and Albert Brooks about Reiner’s HBO documentary, Albert Brooks: Defending My Life. The legendary filmmakers talk about their early years in the industry and they talk about the drastically changing landscape of entertainment.