Axis Conversations CT: Pretty Little Baby, Netflix and Warner Bros., and Hollywood's God Moment
Dec 12, 2025
A 63-year-old love song shocks the internet by becoming TikTok's most-used sound. Netflix and Paramount engage in a fierce bidding war for Warner Bros., reshaping the entertainment landscape. Hollywood seems to be experiencing a 'God moment,' with faith being embraced by celebrities and films. Plus, Taylor Swift wraps up her tour with a new docuseries, while Australia enforces a social media ban for users under 16. Pop-folk artist Noah Kahan hints at an exciting upcoming album, and Pantone introduces a calming white shade for 2026!
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Old Songs Can Explode On TikTok
- TikTok can revive decades-old songs into massive trends, as Connie Francis's "Pretty Little Baby" was used in millions of wholesome videos.
- Social platforms can thrust obscure or old music into mainstream awareness without streaming-chart evidence.
Big Studio Bids Could Reshape Theaters
- The Netflix–Warner Bros. deal and Paramount counterbid represent a fight over streaming's future and theatrical norms.
- If Netflix wins, theatrical releases may further shift to streaming as the default distribution.
Sincerity Is Returning To Hollywood
- Hollywood shows a rising openness to sincere spiritual expressions across media and celebrities.
- Public figures now discuss faith without losing cultural capital, signaling a broader cultural shift toward earnestness.