Archive - Jeff Rauseo

Lost in the Stream: How Streaming Algorithms Took Over Movie Culture

A new book that explores how algorithm-driven platforms are reshaping the film industry and our movie-watching habits

Jun 10 •

“Streaming Is Dead”: Hollywood's Profitability Problem in the Streaming Era

Streaming is convenient, but it’s destroying the old multi-revenue system that once made Hollywood much more profitable.

Jun 5 •

Arrow Video for Blu-ray Collectors: What to Know Before You Buy

From cult classics to horror gems, here’s how Arrow Video became a leader in boutique physical media.

Jun 2 •

May 2025

April 2025

The IMAX Shortage: How the Lack of Premium Theaters Hurts Audiences

Premium formats like IMAX and Dolby drive ticket sales, but most theaters only have one — or none at all. That’s a problem.

Apr 30 •

How Theatrical Re-Releases Could Save Movie Theaters (And Are Already Starting To)

Discover how theatrical re-releases and repertory screenings of films like Star Wars, Titanic, and Jaws can help movie theaters thrive again after years…

Apr 28 •

I’m Co-Hosting a New Podcast! The Film Library: A Kanopy Podcast

Jeff Rauseo and Kristy Puchko are the new co-hosts of The Film Library: A Kanopy Podcast, with bi-weekly episodes full of film recs, deep dives, and…

Apr 25 •

The Worst Product Placement Moments in Film History

Discover the worst examples of product placement in movies, featuring scenes that pause the plot to showcase brands like McDonald’s, Google, and…

Apr 21 •

How Netflix Went From Film Powerhouse to Cable TV 2.0

Explore Netflix’s fall from Hollywood disruptor to Cable TV 2.0, pivoting from Oscar‑contender prestige films to cheap reality shows and…

Apr 16 •

A Minecraft Movie Brings The Fun (and Dollars) Back To Theaters

A record-breaking opening weekend at the box office for A Minecraft Movie proves fun, and community, still sells.

Apr 7 •

Get Ready for Higher Blu-ray Prices: The Tariff Impact on Physical Media

Physical media isn't dead yet, but the new US tariffs from the White House are certainly not going to help.

Apr 5 •

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