296: Streaming Futures Part II

In episode 294 Declan, Graham and Jeff looked at what the streaming landscape could look like in the near future given all the recent amalgamations, such as Paramount and HBO.  At the end of that show, Declan posed the question “what about YouTube”? The answer is this latest show.  We brought that same team back together to look at the very successful phenomenon that is YouTube to examine its success, and what does it offer that other, more conventional streaming platforms do not. With the excellent timing you would expect from At The Flicks, our discussion became very topical. 2 films created by people who essentially refined their craft on YouTube, were proving to be big hitters in this Summer’s movie season.  Obsession comes from writer / director Curry Barker (26 years old) and has become the most financially successful film ever to be made for less than one million dollars.  Then there is Backrooms, directed by Kane Parsons (20 when he made the film), another massive hit.  We talk about both and how their YouTube channels contributed to their respective successes. Going beyond the YouTube content creators, we also discuss how people of all ages use the platform.  From the How To videos to the finding of “lost” 70’s movies (have a guess who that person is).  All of this is the fun aspect.  There is the darker algorithm side, with its potential for addiction. Also covered here.  Finally, we look at the possible alternatives to YouTube which are either now available or still in development. Not our usual type of show, however it’s one we think you will find interesting.  Declan will return later in the year with a new Carry On Streaming in the normal format.  Until then see you At The Flicks.