a16z Podcast Marc Andreessen on the State of Film and Hollywood
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Oct 17, 2025 
In this discussion, Marc Andreessen, a notable venture capitalist and co-founder of Andreessen Horowitz, dives into the evolving landscape of Hollywood. He highlights the shift from message-driven films to a potential resurgence of comedy and genuine storytelling. The conversation touches on the financial upheaval in streaming, how AI could democratize filmmaking, and Marc’s thoughts on contemporary films like Eddington. He envisions a future where filmmakers draw inspiration from current events, reminding us that movies are vital cultural mirrors.
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Movies As Modern Cultural Myths
- Marc Andreessen argues movies now function as modern myths that capture a civilization's defining traits.
- Films can be the durable cultural artifacts future generations use to understand our era.
Streaming Killed The Hit Aftermarket
- Streaming flooded Hollywood with money then removed long-tail upside from hits via platform licensing models.
- That loss of aftermarket upside reduced economic incentives to take big creative risks.
Creative Shifts Began Pre‑COVID
- Movies released post‑2020 were greenlit years earlier, so creative shifts began around 2015.
- Many current films reflect decisions made long before COVID and streaming consolidation.
