There is also the rise of —the compulsion to consume negative, anxiety-inducing content (often via short-form video) long past the point of utility. Our entertainment is making us sick.
For decades, popular media was "appointment based." You watched a show when it aired or caught a movie during its theatrical run. Today, the "on-demand" model reigns supreme. Streaming giants like Netflix, Disney+, and HBO Max have transformed how entertainment content is produced, favoring binge-worthy serialized storytelling over episodic formats. FilthyFamily.24.07.08.Sweet.Vickie.XXX.1080p.HE...
Investors realized that streaming is a terrible business model. Unlike theatrical releases (where you pay per ticket), streaming relies on monthly subscriptions. You pay the same $15.99 whether you watch 10 hours or 300 hours. The platforms realized they were in a "content arms race" with no ceiling. There is also the rise of —the compulsion