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> I guess it kind of makes sense because the Streaming-Only movies are not available to the general public in cinemas and require a paid subscription. As someo
by thirdsun 9y ago
> I guess it kind of makes sense because the Streaming-Only movies are not available to the general public in cinemas and require a paid subscription.
As someone who doesn't live in one of the handful of metropoles that cater to every niche interest, if there's one thing that surely isn't one of the advantages of independent cinema it's availability. I can't count the number of times I was interest in a small film or documentary only to be disappointed by a website that presents me with a list of global screenings I could however count much more easily: On one hand.
I can understand that streaming isn't the filmmakers ideal choice, but unless we're talking about big budget blockbusters I see no point in relying on theatres in this day and age. It's a needless and artificial scarcity and limits the potential audience. At least let me buy the film.