TRASHFUTURE *PREVIEW* Enter the Sixth Form Chambers feat. Mattie Lubchansky
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Dec 12, 2025 The hosts dive into the media consolidation chaos of 2025, with Paramount and Netflix battling over Warner Bros' remains. They critique studios for mishandling new IP, and question the reliance on AI to replace creative instincts. Warner's tumultuous history is examined alongside the potential fallout from mergers, like price hikes and lower pay. The Ellisons' cinematic ambitions are discussed, highlighting contrasts between private equity and traditional movie culture. Wacky kung fu anecdotes add a humorous twist to their serious industry analysis.
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Netflix Wants IP For AI And Blockbusters
- Netflix needs massive IP to train its AI and to build blockbuster-scale content.
- Buying Warner Bros would dramatically expand Netflix's training data and franchise library.
A Buried Hit That Was Mismanaged
- The hosts describe how studios bury promising projects and fail to fully exploit IP with the example of a surprise K-pop demon hunter hit.
- They argue studios often don't bother with toy rights or proper rollouts even when films unexpectedly explode.
Consolidation Harms Culture And Workers
- Consolidation (Netflix+Warner) risks price hikes, more ads, homogenized content, and lower pay for workers.
- The hosts warn Netflix's dominance plus AI push will further weaken theaters and creative control.