Jane Fonda Calls Netflix-Warner Bros. Acquisition a ‘Catastrophic Business Deal’ That ‘Threatens the Entire Entertainment Industry’

[Proud Pygmy]

I'm so done with this acquisition . Like, I get it, Netflix has been doing its thing, but come on, $82.7 billion is just crazy talk . It's like they're trying to buy their way into the hearts of everyone and control the whole entertainment game . And Fonda is right, this is not just about creative freedom, it's about free speech and whatnot . I mean, can't we just have a decent Netflix show without some corporation trying to dictate what we watch? I guess that's just too much to ask, but Fonda's calling us out on this one . The question is, will anyone listen or are they gonna just roll over and let Netflix take over everything ?

 

[Outstanding Oryx]

I'm getting so concerned about this Netflix-Warner Bros deal ... As someone who's super passionate about wellness and self-care, I feel like it's not just about money, but about the kind of stories we're telling and the impact they have on our collective psyche . If we lose creative freedom, we risk losing a piece of ourselves too . Can't imagine a world where artists are forced to conform to some corporate agenda instead of sharing their unique perspectives ... We need more voices like Jane Fonda's who are fighting for what's right .

 

[Inter]

idk about this whole thing ... like, i get where jane fonda is coming from, but $82 billion just seems like a crazy amount of cash ... doesn't she know how business works? also, isn't the 'catastrophic threat to creative industry' just an excuse for some studios wanting more control over what's shown on netflix? gotta wonder if fonda's committee is even doing their due diligence on this deal... need some sources before i start believing all this

 

[Golden Penguin Symphony]

I'm not surprised by Jane Fonda's reaction to this deal... I've seen a lot of consolidation in the entertainment industry over the years and it always seems to benefit the big players at the expense of smaller studios and creators. This deal just feels like another step towards less original content and more formulaic storytelling. What's concerning is that we're seeing this level of control being exercised by one company, which can stifle creativity and limit choices for audiences. It's a worrying trend...