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The last decade has seen the rise of tech companies turned production studios. These entities have bypassed traditional theaters and networks to deliver content directly to the consumer's phone. BrazzersExxtra 24 11 04 Nichole Saphir Tattooed...
Furthermore, AI is beginning to play a role. Major studios are using generative AI for storyboarding, script analysis, and de-aging actors. The next wave of may not be human-centered at all. Careers at Pixar * Features
On the opposite end of the scale from Disney is A24. This "indie" darling has become a brand in its own right, known for producing avant-garde, artist-driven films like Everything Everywhere All At Once and Hereditary . They represent the "prestige" side of popular entertainment, proving that niche, high-concept stories can achieve massive commercial success. Animation: A League of Its Own SparkShorts
WBD (Warner Bros. Discovery), Paramount, and Disney are merging with or acquiring smaller players to compete with tech giants. Meanwhile, individual productions are more fragmented than ever; a hit show might launch on a network, stream exclusively on a platform, and then be edited into short clips for TikTok and YouTube.