It was in 1948 when suddenly and without warning millions of people stopped going to the movies, the Hollywood studios were in massive trouble. This was a time when America was coming out of its economic depression and the good feel good factor of “the American Dream” was on the rise. What happened? Well, we don’t really know, but the Federal Trade Commission was investigating Hollywood practices, and it caused all the majors to sell all their theatre houses. The FTC wanted to break up the monopoly that the studios had.
Now this had a catastrophic affect on the actors, directors and playwrights as they couldn’t get any work. Projects were being slashed and theatre was in a massive decline. So what did happen? What was the effect it had on the industry? This forced people to look for new ways to address their craft. We welcome the teaching of The Actors Studio . This was the platform which launched the careers for some of Hollywood’s biggest name in show business today. A few teachers turned their craft into what is known as truthful acting, portraying real characters in real life. In fact the teachings of Lee Strasberg and Sanford Meisner changed the shape of the industry as we know it today.
So with this, I reflect on our current situation. The Kangaroo project has just been pulled by the Competition Commission, saying that is was too much of a threat to the emerging market of online video. The advertising revenues of broadcasters are down, and there is talk of consolidation in the market. So where does this leave the Actors and filmakers alike?
Yes, my friend, it’s time to look at the resources we have and see what opportunities we have for self creativity. We have a massive opportunity in front of us, to produce some real grass roots content. Now is the time for us to build our own “actors studio” and find some of the best talents to start producing real entertainment. Why do I say this? Well, TV viewing figures are up, some of the best Hollywood movies are being produced today and ‘in a stay at home economy’ we, as a nation, want to be entertained.
So, what is my point? I really believe that we are about to see some exciting new forms of creativity take shape. We have the internet which will play a massive part and we have the talent, although most of them are not being productive at the moment!
I just though leaving this video for you would help! It’s not for everyone, but it’s still a classic
Signing off!
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