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The streamers' contempt for attention spans is getting harder to ignore

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Streaming giants' creative slump sparks backlash as attention-grabbing tactics replace substance in their films.
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  • N+1 magazine calls out Netflix for prioritizing 'bingeable' run times over compelling storytelling, with the average Netflix film now clocking in at just 90 minutes.
  • Insiders predict this 'shorter is better' mindset will spread, as competitors like Disney+ and Hulu aim to keep viewers scrolling with quick-hit content instead of risking their focus.
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William Hughes, Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, N+1 magazine essay
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