Discover why your favorite movies and TV shows disappear from streaming sites and the impact on creators. Explore the challenges of film preservation in the streaming era and the complexities of the streaming movie market. Learn about the emotional and professional repercussions of content removal on creativity and the significance of physical media collections in the digital age.
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Preserving film heritage is crucial for future generations and requires efforts from organizations like the Danish Film Institute and the British Film Institute.
Owning physical copies of films is advocated by industry figures to combat the impermanence of streaming services and support the longevity of content.
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Changing Landscape of Film Availability
The podcast discusses how the way we consume films and TV shows has shifted towards streaming services, leading to concerns about preserving content. With the increase in titles migrating to online platforms, the fate of movies removed from these services becomes uncertain. The conversation delves into the challenges of archiving digitally produced material and highlights the impact on both viewers and content creators.
Importer of Film Preservation
The focus shifts to organizations like the Danish Film Institute and the British Film Institute, emphasizing their role in preserving film heritage. These institutions act as custodians, ensuring access to films that may not be commercially viable or easily available on streaming services. Their efforts underscore the importance of archiving and safeguarding cinematic history for future generations.
Consumer Influence on Media Accessibility
Contributions from industry figures like directors Christopher Nolan and James Cameron advocate for owning physical copies of films to combat the impermanence of streaming services. The discussion delves into how consumer choices, such as purchasing DVDs or Blu-rays, can impact access to content and support the longevity of beloved films and TV programmes.
What happens when your favourite movies and TV shows fall off streaming sites?
We find out why, speaking to industry insiders, and those preserving our film and TV titles.
Plus, we speak to a US-based writer whose programme has disappeared to find out what the impact is on creators when their work no longer exists online.
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Presented and produced by Matt Lines
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