A decade ago, one would not have imagined that streaming services like Netflix, Disney+, or HBO Max would completely transform how one watches movies. They have made films readily available, which is great in that one can choose different types of movies without having one's funds tied to what's playing in the cinema, but some people believe that the magic in classical cinema is diminished by less and less attendance in theatres because of the streaming age itself. Do you prefer to pay for new releases at home or prefer the experience of a big screen? How do you think original filmmaking is either improved or degraded by streaming? Let the discussion begin: pros and cons of this shift and what it means for the future of cinema!
