AFI BLOG: Media and Technology

Dozens are turning to venture capitalists, seeking to bypass Hollywood and reach viewers directly online.
Los Angeles Times
Dozens of striking film and TV writers are negotiating with venture capitalists to set up companies that would bypass the Hollywood studio system and reach consumers with video entertainment on the Web.
At least seven groups, composed of members of [...]

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Digital media won’t be a sideshow in the future - The Los Angeles Times
Downloading and other Internet-based modes are likely to account for a much larger share of the industry’s revenue.
Today’s puny sales of movie and TV downloads makes one wonder: Why are striking members of the Writers Guild of America so intent on getting [...]

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