INTERVIEW - Peter Sarsgaard on the economics of

The transcript discusses the evolving economics of the entertainment industry, highlighting the impact of platforms like YouTube and Netflix. It addresses the concerns actors face regarding project availability and quality, despite increased opportunities. The conversation also touches on the industry's shift towards modest storytelling due to recent big film failures, potentially empowering actors as they become more cost-effective compared to special effects.

How have platforms like YouTube and Netflix influenced the acting industry?

• They have changed the economics of the business.

• They have eliminated the need for traditional TV.

• They have made it harder for actors to find work.

• They have reduced the number of acting opportunities.

What is a concern for actors despite the availability of work?

• The work available may not be desirable.

• There are no opportunities in television.

• Actors cannot support themselves.

• Streaming platforms are declining.

What is a positive aspect of the rise of streaming platforms for actors?

• They offer fewer roles but higher pay.

• They provide more opportunities, especially in television.

• They focus only on blockbuster films.

• They have reduced the need for auditions.

What impact have big film failures had on the industry?

• They have increased the demand for special effects.

• They have resulted in fewer films being made.

• They have led to more modest ambitions in storytelling.

• They have decreased the power of actors.

How have actors' roles changed in comparison to special effects?

• Actors are no longer needed in big films.

• Actors have become cheaper than special effects.

• Actors are now considered more important than directors.

• Actors have become more expensive than special effects.