Emerging Trends in Cinema Industry

## Emerging Trends in Cinema Industry: My Take on the Future of Film Hey there, film fanatics! Isn’t it an exciting time to be alive as a movie lover? I mean, who would have thought back in the day when I excitedly unwrapped my first ever VHS (yep, I’m giving away my age here) that movies would come to hold such a malleable form and reach in the palms of our hands today? Alas, progress waits for no man, or woman, and it’s a rush trying to stay up to date. But I’ve always been a sucker for trends – the ebb and flow of shifts – especially in our beloved cinema industry. So today, I thought we’d sit down, grab a virtual cuppa, and discuss some of the emerging trends that are poised to redefine the cinematic world. Buckle up; it’s going to be one heck of a ride! ### Trend #1: The Streaming Surge Remember when Friday nights were about rushing to Blockbuster (good old times, eh?) to grab your favorite movies for the weekend? Now, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu and the likes have transformed our movie access and consumption. According to a Statista survey [source], the average American spends about 2 hours and 46 minutes per day watching TV. And a large chunk of that is streaming. The pandemic has further boosted this trend as lockdowns have driven people indoors. ### Trend #2: Rise of Short Films With platforms like TikTok and YouTube, there’s been a surge in the popularity of short films. These bite-size cinematic masterpieces have become the perfect antidote to our increasingly shortening attention spans. I mean, I personally am guilty of getting sucked into the endless vortex of short, quirky, and downright hilarious clips. Check out the Oscar-winning “Two Distant Strangers” on Netflix if you’re interesting in understanding the brilliance of short films. ### Trend #3: Greater Representation Finally, a trend that does more than just modify how we consume content — it impacts the content itself. Can I get a drumroll, please? In the last few years, we have seen cinema become more inclusive, with scripts tackling diverse themes, casting actors from different ethnicities and backgrounds, and giving voice to previously underrepresented communities. “Crazy Rich Asians”, “Parasites” and “Minari” are some movies that crushingly break stereotypes. So these, my friends, are what I foresee to be game-changers in the landscape of the cinema industry. Exciting times, isn’t it? I can’t wait to see these trends play out in full swing and what other new trends emerge in the process. As a quote I once read said, “Change is the only constant in life”. Or as I prefer to put it, “Change is the only constant in the cinema industry”. Keep the popcorn popping and I’ll see you in the comments. Let’s discuss what trends you’re most excited about!