Netflix vs. the World

Yes, it's a well produced and put together "piece of content" but, alas, it gets boring real fast.

They do interview excellent names, and that's what saves this "documentary"

Now: maybe it doesnt help that I already knew the story behind Netlix success (now, waiting for the fall after the rise). But the main issues still stands: Netflix itself is the subject/protagonist we are following and it is not relatable. I dont care about it because I know it will make it.

All the obstacles presented cannot make me intrigued and root for the protagonist, I already know it will succeed.

There are ways to weave goals and obstacles and values and stakes in a away that is dramatic and entertaining and I couldnt see any of that here.

Also: I guess the animations are supposed to bring a jovial atmosphere on an otherwise business oriented topic, but for me they just dont work: too fast and too cartoonish.

As a collector of physical media and one who misses the video store experience, I'd come to vilify Netflix (despite being a subscriber). But this documentary certainly helps soften the image by showing the company's human side and it's humble beginnings. The story is fascinating, entertaining and inspiring, and you'll root for the underdog Netflix team through the course of the movie and find yourself revelling in their victory. The tech/media giant they are now doesn't take away from the creative, visionary dreamers they were who went from David to Goliath.

I got a lot more out of this then I expencted I would! Not only does it cover the story of Netflix but does a great job talking about all the other companies around it that had to change along the way. The rise and fall of blockbuster and the way film industry saw streaming come makes for a fantastic doc if you are interested n film in the siltiest. Goes by fast and gives a lot of info. Really enjoyed it.

This was a fun documentary about how Netflix came about, how it progressed from an idea to a promising company, how it beat Blockbuster in the DVD rental market, and how it eventually made the change to streaming video.

My one problem with the documentary is that it became very fixated on the competition between Netflix and Blockbuster, and I started to get confused about when they were talking about which company. It kept going back and forth between interviews with Netflix and Blockbuster employees, and I couldn't keep track of who they were talking about at some points.

In any case, this is definitely worth throwing on if you are curious or if you are interested in tech companies.

Absolutely loved this documentary! It's insightful with the perfect comedic edge on the battles between streaming services and the rise of Netflix. Modern, contemporary and engaging!