Kevin Spacey Speaks at the MacTaggart Lecture in Edinburgh

The transcript discusses the evolving nature of media formats, emphasizing that traditional distinctions between film, TV, and streaming are becoming obsolete. It argues that the device used to view content and the length of the content are irrelevant, suggesting that the labels we use to categorize media are primarily for industry professionals. The speaker predicts that in the future, these distinctions will fade, and the focus will be on the content itself rather than its format or platform.

What is the main argument against maintaining strict distinctions between different media formats?

• They are only useful for educational purposes.

• They are too expensive to maintain.

• They are not recognized by audiences.

• They are becoming less relevant in the digital age.

How does the speaker view the role of the camera in different media formats?

• The camera is specific to each format.

• The camera is only used for films.

• The camera is irrelevant to the discussion.

• The camera is unaware of the format it is used for.

According to the speaker, what is irrelevant when defining a film or TV show?

• The genre of the content.

• The budget of the production.

• The device used to watch it.

• The director of the content.

What does the speaker suggest about the traditional definitions of film and TV?

• They are universally accepted.

• They are becoming more important.

• They are only useful for legal and business purposes.

• They are essential for understanding media.

What is the speaker's prediction about the future of media platform differentiation?

• It will be regulated by law.

• It will disappear over time.

• It will become more pronounced.

• It will remain the same.