Description

On this month's episode of The Sociologist's Dojo Podcast, the Host gives their 2025 "State of Cinema Address". Topics include: The recinding of "The Paramount Decree" and its effect on the film industry, the 2025 Oscar Nominations, and an outlook into what listerners can expect through the rest of 2025. Enjoy!

Production Notes 

Intro: 0:00-2:33

• The New Studio System 2:34-25:12
• The 2025 Oscar Nominations 25:13-31:07
• 50 Episodes of the Podcast 31:08-35:10

Outtro 35:11-37:08

Links 

• Episode 11: Streaming Culture with David Arditi
• Streaming Culture by David Arditi 
• Cinematic Cultural Collateral Damage: The Monoculture of IP Blockbusters, and Streaming Content's impact on the Theatrical Experience
• 2025 Oscar Nominations 
• Paramount Decrees rescinded 
• Amazon Purchases MGM and James Bond 
• Sony Buys Alamo Draft House 
• Regal Bankcruptcy 
• AMC Debt 
• The Sociologist's Dojo's Profile on Letterboxd
• Maya Hawke Interview 
• Indian Man Sues Theater and Wins over Movie Start times