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    Steven Spielberg strikes deal with Netflix. Is Hollywood finally changing?

    Steven Spielberg strikes deal with Netflix. Is Hollywood finally changing?
    Written by Priyanka Bansal
    Edited by Pallabi C Samal
    Jun 22, 2021, 10:10 pm 3 min read
    Steven Spielberg strikes deal with Netflix. Is Hollywood finally changing?
    Steven Spielberg signs multi movie deal with Netflix

    Steven Spielberg-led Amblin Partners and Netflix have joined forces that will have the company produce multiple new films for the streaming giant every year. The move will unarguably put the streamer ahead in the race of OTT platforms like Disney++, Prime, Hulu, etc., which are trying to beat each other with new original content. It is also surprising, given Spielberg's skepticism about Netflix.

    When Spielberg had proposed Netflix releases aren't eligible for Oscars

    In 2019, reports said that the ace filmmaker had suggested the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences that "day-and-date streaming releases should be barred from being eligible for Oscars." However, sources close to the director denied the reports. He himself issued a clarification and denied having urged the Academy to bar Netflix, but said he would still bat for a theatrical experience.

    'I want people to find their entertainment in any form'

    The director, in his statement, had said, "I want people to find their entertainment in any form or fashion that suits them. Big screen, small screen — what really matters to me is a great story and everyone should have access to great stories."

    The deal will co-exist with Amblin's pact with Universal Studios

    Now, back to the deal, its details are not yet announced, but it is reported that Amblin will produce at least two movies annually for Netflix for an unspecified number of years. This deal will also co-exist with the pact Amblin has made with Universal Studio. It was extended in December last year. The company will make movies for both Netflix and Universal.

    Spielberg and Netflix have collaborated, but informally

    About the deal, Spielberg said, "From the minute Ted (Netflix's co-CEO) and I started discussing a partnership, it was abundantly clear that we had an amazing opportunity to tell new stories together and reach audiences in new ways." Previously, Amblin and Netflix have collaborated, but informally. The latter released Amblin produced The Trial of the Chicago 7, a film that got six Oscar nods.

    Will Smith and Jennifer Lopez are also aboard Netflix

    Not just Spielberg, the streaming giant is on a collaboration spree with many top Hollywood faces. Recently, it roped Jennifer Lopez in a multi-year, first look deal via her Nuyorican Productions. The 51-year-old will be showcasing diverse female actors, writers, and directors in multiple films, TV series, and other unscripted projects. Will Smith too is aboard for an hour-long variety comedy special, 'his first-ever.'

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