Netflix's Extraction Franchise Expansion Signals the New Economics of Streaming IP Development
How Netflix's all-in bet on Extraction sequels and spin-offs reveals the platform's evolving content strategy and what it means for action filmmakers.
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Amazon MGM's $80M 'Project Hail Mary' Opening Signals New Economics for Original IP in Streaming-First Era
Ryan Gosling's sci-fi hit breaks March records, proving streaming giants can compete with traditional studios on original content.
Sony's Pixomondo Shutdown Signals VFX Industry's Return to Studio-Centric Model
Sony's decision to close Pixomondo and consolidate VFX at Imageworks reflects broader industry consolidation and the end of the virtual production gold rush.
Netflix's $600M Affleck AI Bet Signals Streaming's Production Revolution
The streaming giant's massive acquisition of Ben Affleck's AI startup reveals how platforms are reshaping content creation economics.
