Film distribution determines which films reach audiences and on what terms. The shift from theatrical to streaming distribution has concentrated power in the hands of a small number of platforms, with profound consequences for independent film and cultural diversity.
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Netflix has thousands of films but recommendations feel limited. Why streaming algorithms concentrate attention rather than distributing it, and why Chris Anderson's long tail theory failed for streaming platforms.
Why did studios stop making mid-budget films? DVD and home video sales created a financial safety net that allowed films to recoup costs slowly. Streaming's subscription model eliminated it, changing what gets made.