OTT & Transmedia

The place to discuss, share content and offer tips and advice to OTT - "Over the Top" streaming and Transmedia – the technique of telling a single story or story across multiple platforms including, but not limited to, games, books, events, films and television. 

Sam Sokolow
Here come the Olympics

This year's Olympics will be everywhere all at once. On TV, digital, social, huge advertising, sharing and reediting of videos... even Snoop in the house! It's a total transmedia event. And I can't wait to see breakdancing as a sport. Will you be watching and, if so, what are you excited to see? htt...

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Snoop Dogg Poised to Blaze New Path at NBC's Olympics: 'My Preparation for Primetime Is Being Me'
Snoop Dogg Poised to Blaze New Path at NBC's Olympics: 'My Preparation for Primetime Is Being Me'
NBC is counting on a decidedly unorthodox sportscaster, rapper-turned-entrepreneur Snoop Dogg, to entice young audiences to tune in to the Olympics
Disneyland is going R-rated with Deadpool

What do you think of Disney's first ever R-rated film getting a theme park exhibit? https://ew.com/disneyland-deadpool-experience-first-r-rated-movie-8682211...

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Deadpool at Disneyland: Park debuts first R-rated character experience
Deadpool at Disneyland: Park debuts first R-rated character experience
Deadpool marks Disneyland's first-ever character experience based on an R-rated movie. The character will arrive at Disney California Adventure at the end of this week.
Ashley Renee Smith

I'm actually excited about it. Disney has such a massive adult fan base, I don't think it's a bad thing for there to be something at the park geared toward that audience. Families and kids will still have all of the other attractions to enjoy together.

Maurice Vaughan

Excellent marketing for Deadpool & Wolverine, Sam Sokolow!

Comic-Con is back full swing

There are whispers that it may leave San Diego but it's great to see Comic-Con back in all of its glory. It's a wild experience. Is anyone attending Comic-Con this year and, if so, what are you most excited about? https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/comic-con-preview-leave-san-diego-12360......

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Ashley Renee Smith

I wish, Sam Sokolow! I LOVE Comic Con. I'm going to miss it. But I can't wait to hear all of the updates from those who do attend it.

SAG-AFTRA To Go On Strike Against Video Game Producers

The union is defending it's members on all fronts right now. Video games have long been the Wild West and the revenue is otherworldy - I hope this is a big win for actors. What are your thoughts on this? https://deadline.com/2024/07/sag-aftra-strike-video-game-companies-12360......

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Maurice Vaughan

I don't want there to be a work stoppage, Sam Sokolow, but I hope SAG-AFTRA gets a fair deal for its members.

Ashley Renee Smith
Have You Joined In On July Filmmakers Club? It's Not Too Late!

Hey, All!

1. Comment on this week's Filmmaker...

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Charles V Abela
The Morbid Seven Rise Again

Narration: THE MORBID SEVEN RISE AGAIN

I am not sure if I am posting this request in the correct lounge, or should it be as a DM?

I need an idea of cost for a proper narration. I will need to recover the money from the podcaster in exchange for me passing the copyright either for just the novel or bo...

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Geoff Hall
United States OTT and Pay TV Viewership Forecast 2024: Amazon Prime Video Soars to the Top of the AVOD List, While Digital Pay TV Slows TV's Fall

This makes interesting reading. I’ve never really thought about Streamer subscription reaching a saturation point.

“With most of the US already watching, growth in overall OTT viewership has slowed to a crawl. But some platforms, formats, and service tiers are still booming, and digital pay TV is com...

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United States OTT and Pay TV Viewership Forecast 2024: Amazon Prime Video Soars to the Top of the AVOD List, While Digital Pay TV Slows TV's Fall
United States OTT and Pay TV Viewership Forecast 2024: Amazon Prime Video Soars to the Top of the AVOD List, While Digital Pay TV Slows TV's Fall
US Digital Viewers US Digital Viewers Dublin, July 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "US OTT and Pay TV Viewership Forecast 2024: Amazon Prime Video Soars to the Top of the AVOD List, While Digital Pay…
Maurice Vaughan

Oh ok, Geoff Hall. I thought you meant a spec screenplay that you're trying to sell. Hope you sell your film for millions so you can use it all on streaming! Seriously, I hope you sell your film!...

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Geoff Hall

Maurice Vaughan thank you, Maurice. We are starting with promoting it on our YT channel. If you know of any filmmakers who focus on social issues, please let me know. Part of the channel is dedicated...

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Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, Geoff Hall. I can't think of any filmmakers off the top of my head, but if I do think of any or if I meet any, I'll let you know.

Geoff Hall

Maurice Vaughan thanks, Maurice.

Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, Geoff Hall.

Sam Sokolow
Blumhouse Games looking to appeal to more than just Horror fans

I found this interesting. The success of Blumhouse has seemingly been its focus on horror but the gaming world is more broad. I found this article interesting, What do you think? https://variety.com/2024/digital/news/blumhouse-games-new-titles-cozy-ho......

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Blumhouse Games Execs Lay Out Plans to Scare You - But in a Cozy Way, If Horror Isn't Your Thing
Blumhouse Games Execs Lay Out Plans to Scare You - But in a Cozy Way, If Horror Isn't Your Thing
During gaming industry expo Summer Game Fest last month, Jason Blum took the stage to unveil the inaugural slate of titles for his Blumhouse Games.
Maurice Vaughan

I think it's smart that Blumhouse is going to be catering to other fan bases, Sam Sokolow. More profits and more people knowing about Blumhouse.

Geoff Hall

Maurice Vaughan I wonder if A24 are watching this and thinking about a similar strategy?

Maurice Vaughan

I'm sure A24 is watching this, Geoff Hall. A24 could follow a similar strategy. They make movies in other genres, so they already know how to cater to other fan bases.

PwC Projections Are Bullish on Games As Business and Entertainment

The industry is pointing up. Ad sales are pointing up. And games and gaming remain juggernauts. What are your thoughts? https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/global-cinema-r......

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Box Office Grosses May Surpass Pre-COVID Levels in 2026. That's the Good News...
Box Office Grosses May Surpass Pre-COVID Levels in 2026. That's the Good News...
In a new report, accounting firm PwC diagnoses plateauing streaming revenue per user, forecasts ad revenue to hit $1 trillion, and calls business model reinvention "an existential imperative."
Geoff Hall

Sam Sokolow I suppose we should expect ad revenue to have a higher rate of increase than theatrical? It’s interesting that it will take till 2026 for theatrical to make a full recovery.

It may mean th...

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Geoff Hall
Fox set to launch free Netflix rival in UK

Tubi is to be launched in the UK by Rupert Murdoch. For some, it's an attempt to recover ground after his failure with TalkTV, but will TubiUK turn that failure around?

“Tubi has spent the last dec...

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Tubi: Free Netflix rival set to launch in the UK
Tubi: Free Netflix rival set to launch in the UK
Tubi will offer more than 20,000 films and TV series, including Hollywood titles and British content.
Asmaa Jamil

Thank you for sharing this Geoff.

Geoff Hall

Asmaa Jamil you are most welcome, Asmaa.

Tom Lapke

Tubi gets a lot of grief, but I have found some absolute gems on there before. This is going to be good for them.

Geoff Hall

Tom Lapke let’s hope so, Tom. How are you settling in to your new role at Stage32?

Geoff Hall
Virtual Production Market Set for Significant Expansion Driven by Technological Innovations & Shifts in Media Consumption Habits

The article reads:

“PALM BEACH, Fla., June 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FN Media Group News Commentary - The experts agree that through 2031 the Global Virtual Production Market should continue to grow at an increasing rate. This robust expansion is driven by the escalating demand for realistic and i...

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Sam Sokolow
Trendsetting filmmaker in India is going all in on transmedia

Chandrasekhar Yeleti, known for his trendsetting films that often outpace Hollywood in concept, is now venturing into the world of OTT. Thoughts on what this means?

https://www.m9.news/movienews/cult-director-chandrasekhar-yeleti-goes-di......

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Cult Director Goes Digital: OTT Game Changer
Cult Director Goes Digital: OTT Game Changer
Chandrasekhar Yeleti, known for his trendsetting films that often outpace Hollywood in concept, is now venturing into the world of OTT.
Debbie Croysdale

I’ve not come across cult director Chandrasekhar Yeleti & his films sound interesting so will now check them out. I reckon OTT is Over The Top as in Tv/Film services to laptop.

Geoff Hall

Sam Sokolow I've not heard of this dude, Sam and see what effect he has on the world of OTT. I can see that his work would appeal to British Indians, so may gain traction over here....

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