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Pure class is rare, “Ripley” on Netflix is a master class in narrative cinematography. The pictures are beautiful, the editing is pure genius. Probably less than 30 lines of dialogue but riveting in every way. The audio is perfect. For anyone with aspirations in the industry, this is how you do it.

I think it's better we all get behind the existing initiatives to get our voices heard. So, for that reason, I won't be continuing "the Wrap." I am very happy to lend my support to the projects that already have some traction. I am still here, and if anyone messages me, I will be happy to chat. JG

So "the wrap 2" will happen tonight but on Zoom, so message me if you want to attend, and I will send a Zoom. I will do my best to livestream the meeting. I am happy to mediate, but I don't want to hold court. Tonight if we can share some stories about any personal Journeys, but i think the focus should again be on what we can do to bring the situation to the government's attention. I am sure many other more advanced sights have worked out a strategy. I do not want to double up on effort or "compete" in some bizarre way. I think it would be great if we could brainstorm what we can do to get noticed. And where all our diverse experience and contacts are best placed for maximum effect. Message if you want to join in the meeting Thanks JG #thewrap #helpforTVcrew #altmedia #jonathanglazier #jgtvdirector

After our discussions about the future of non scripted on “the wrap” last night, this article may offer some hope for the future. It’s good news for crew but not great for the format business. The licensing of formats really only works when the territories are bounded. It’s going to be interesting to see how it works, would the German version of a format sit alongside the Italian version. How would the business model work. Do we want to watch Korean q and a dubbed in English, of course not. So I can’t wait to see how it pans out. The thing about quiz shows is the sheer volume means you can dip in and out. I am just as happy watching the chase from 2020 as one shot yesterday. But let’s have hope if Netflix want to put up the cash for 213 hour long eps of their new buzzer show I am in!

Fremantle's Revenue Challenges and Strategic Shifts Amid Advertising Downturn In our latest discussion on "The Wrap," we uncovered the significant challenges faced by the non scripted sector. Fremantle experienced a 3.4% decrease in revenues in 2023, with figures dropping to €2.27 billion. This decline has set the stage for an ambitious goal: achieving 30% growth to meet the €3 billion revenue target by 2025. Despite the challenges, Fremantle remains optimistic, banking on the recovering US market to boost growth. The company's strategic acquisitions, including Asacha Media Group and Beach House Pictures, underline its commitment to expansion and diversification. Moreover, successful shows like "Britain's Got Talent" and "Neighbours," along with the factual hits "House Of Kardashian" and "Waco: American Apocalypse," underscore the company's potential to rebound. Efforts to streamline operations have saved €26 million through personnel cost efficiency measures in 2023. However, these trends are not isolated to Fremantle. The parent company, RTL Group, also reported a decrease in revenues and a significant dip in TV advertising revenue. Yet, there's a silver lining with the growth in streaming services like RTL+, which saw a 23% increase in subscribers. Fremantle and RTL Group are navigating these turbulent times with strategic shifts towards streaming, content diversification, and operational efficiencies. Their resilience and innovative strategies provide valuable insights for TV professionals navigating the evolving landscape of the entertainment industry. Hashtags: #FremantleChallenges #TVIndustryTrends #AdvertisingDownturn #StreamingGrowth #ContentStrategy #TheWrapMeetup #MediaResilience #EntertainmentIndustry #StrategicInnovation #BroadcastingFuture #jgtvdirector #jonathanglazier #altmedia