Contributing Member of the Technology, Media & Telecom Councils
Names and details of certain GLG News authors are available only to GLG Clients and Council Members. GLG News authors are subject-matter experts within the GLG Councils and are available for expert consulting - by phone, in-person, or written analysis. To find out how to become a GLG client or Council Member, click here.
GLG News by this Author
GLG News is now G+ Insights
-
G+ is a community for professionals, academics and entrepreneurs to connect through online discussions and in-person meetings. You will continue to see G+ Insights (formerly GLG News) here as well as on the G+ website, where you can share and discuss the G+ Insights you read.
-
It is of wise men to change opinion
October 26, 2010
Lionsgate wants Leo | www.variety.com
Contrary to my previous analysis regarding this, where I applauded the idea of a LIonsgate/MGM acquisition/merger, I now think that the Spyglass/MGM idea is much better for MGM's debt holders. Even when I taught that Lionsgate's was a great offer, that was BEFORE Spyglass came into play.
-
Proof that it will revenue growth inductive if we let the consumer choose
March 7, 2010
'Alice' earns $116.3 million at box office | www.variety.com
"The 3D [version of the film] screened at 2,063 3D-equipped locations domestically with an additional 188 Imax locations, reaping approximately 70% of the film's total domestic earnings." - Daily VarietyOnce more, when the copyright owners decide to give the consumer a choice, this one selects the best (even if more expensive).
-
Here we go, closer and closer to an All Simultaneous Release
February 25, 2010
Odeon backs down, will carry 'Alice' | www.variety.com
The Day-and-Date, all PAY Media, all Territories, all Languages release of a Feature Film is fast approaching.Encroaching TechnologiesImmediate Delivery Worldwide in the NetPiracyLower Cost of Distribution (Digital/Online)Pushed by lowering Cost of Marketing (Online, Viral)Ad & Pub maximized by release at peak of interestAll the above are driving the Market towards the All Simultaneous Release
-
Additional Proof of Release Windows Disappearing
February 17, 2010
HBO Launches Buy One (TV); Get One (Online) | www.broadcastingcable.com
One more proof that the MARKET is pushing the envelope on release windows, squeezing them, nullifying them, making them disappear. The day-and-date, all media, all territories, all languages release is here.
-
Closer and Closer to an All Media, Worldwide, All Languages Release.
February 12, 2010
Disney to break windows | www.variety.com
As in previous analyzes, I am a firm proponent of a simultaneous release in all media, all languages, all territories release pattern for major or high buzz releases.
-
Proposed Rights Management Change
November 27, 2009
Biggest movies coming to VOD in December | www.videobusiness.com
The lighting fast-emergence and clashing-convergence of the many different MEDIA now available to deliver the program to the customer is making us miss a great opportunity. The traditional rights management model doesn't work with current market realities.
-
AOL spins off TW... and the change will be...?
November 19, 2009
AOL spinoff to become effective 10 Dec | www.totaltele.com
... minimal if at all.AOL and TimeWarner were never happy bedfellows. Now they will continue their own merry ways separately.
-
Running for cover... Comcast turns into a program producer
November 16, 2009
Comcast closes in on NBC stake | www.ft.com
Cable companies start feeling the pressure of online distribution methods. Broadcast TV feels the pressure of cable programming. NBC (with its cable channels) could be the easiest way of enter the program supplier field.
-
Lionsgate Acquiring MGM? Finally, Order Will Be Restored.
November 14, 2009
WILL THESE LIONS MATE? | www.showbizdata.com
The Seven Sisters will be re-defined (actually as same as before) MGM requires some daring team, not one better than Lionsgate's. A prestigious (even when badly diminished) library and BRAND, will join a HUGE (LG/Artisan/Live/Vestron) library containing its own set of jewel's (Dirty Dancing, Blair Witch, early Terminators).
-
The inevitable convergence of releasing windows
November 3, 2009
Video-on-demand hot in November | www.videobusiness.com
Now faster than slower the different releasing windows, first on Home entertainment and then all around, are collapsing.Even against stated resilience to change the releasing model, studios are forced by the demand generated by technology advances.Finally, a day will come in which the consumer will truly have a choice in how it will feed on entertainment.
-
September 4, 2009
Redbox's $1 rental model could curb VOD market | www.videobusiness.com
Why when a new business model is introduced, all industry ills are blamed on it? Redbox is now the new punching bag for outdated or under-performing methods of delivery.
-
Chipping Into the Old Distribution Models
August 26, 2009
Paramount signs trial deal with Redbox | www.videobusiness.com
As always, the new delivery methods find acceptance after the producers initial adverse position to changing their established models. Studios, because Redbox product hunger, are, ironically, gaining market strength. Independent films will be adversely affected.
-
The New Cash Cows enter the Entertainment Pastures
August 19, 2009
Spielberg Gets Funds to Start Up New Studio | online.wsj.com
India, China and Dubai are replacing traditional sources of financing.Dreamworks Studios is one of many beneficiaries, but... would the new sources learn quick enough to be patient regarding their investment?
-
August 15, 2009
Redbox Sues Studio Over Access to Films | online.wsj.com
In order to answer questions by the requester of analysis. Windows management.
-
August 14, 2009
Redbox Sues Studio Over Access to Films | online.wsj.com
Does the proliferation of $1/night rental kiosk (mainly Redbox) means that the lucrative DVD sell-through market will finish to exist? Answer: NO, the DVD sell-through has already contracted and it is not because of Redbox, the DVD sell-through market has finally reached its logical maturity.
-
January 22, 2009
Don't Touch That Dial | www.nytimes.com
Latino & Asian Minorities will be de franchised even further. Elderly and Poor are too.A uninformed population may be dangerous to society.
-
One More Step Against the True Competidors: Pirates
May 12, 2008
Studio films going day-and-date at iTunes Store | www.reuters.com
1. Additional closing of "revenue stream windows" 2. Reach additional consumers before pirates can 3. Offering of Product to all type of consumers simultaneously gets closer to a reality
-
Latino Culture Penetration and Influence into Mainstream
January 18, 2007
Globes Feel Pretty with TV Nods | www.hollywoodreporter.com
Latino Buying Power
Latino Selling Power
Latino Influential Power
Page : 11 to 18 of 18
- Subscribe to Updates
-
This author consults with leading institutions through GLG
Most Popular Technology, Media & Telecom News
-
SOPA and the wisdom of Yogi Berra
January 19, 2012
-
Larger wafers present a growth opportunity for LEDs
January 6, 2012
-
Smartphones threaten digital camera industry
December 1, 2011
-
Google music launches: The end of the end for the music industry
November 22, 2011
-
The move to the cloud will impact multiple industries
November 17, 2011
Gerson Lehrman Group, Inc. connects communities with knowledge through two distinct, yet complementary offerings: GLG Research and G+.