Why We’re Giving up on the Film Industry

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[@xjet]

I wish you guys all the best... the current system really does need to be challenged and I believe you've got what it takes to do so.

[@hrhodes2768]

I see you like corridor as well

[@adoys1228]

yikes

[@JCMaldonado13]

The problem is the that most of their stuff lacks substance, plot, storylines. It seems they only focus on flashy visual effects and end up with forgettable content.

[@lennartherrmann3057]

@@JCMaldonado13 I disagree. Of course, for 4 million subs they are making easy content. blablabal reacts to.... But to they are doing it in a unique, recognizable fashion. I believe they have enough interestes followers to support their goals beyond that.

[@JCMaldonado13]

Lennart Herrmann yes I agree with all of that, their content works great for KZbin. But I’m not sure it will work for a subscription service.

[@SwordTune]

5:06 "We're making a website!" Me: *Wincing in preparation for a Squarespace promotion*

[@kylelavarnway8835]

They should make an "Uncle Sam" poster, with Sam's face replacing it with the caption: "Let me tell YOU about Squarespace!"

[@deadeyes2803]

5:02*

[@spacewooly]

In actuality "We Created a Patreon"

[@DrowningScallop]

Or WIX

[@zoroarkking18]

Executives: "I love everything about this!" Creators: "Awesome! So there's nothing getting in the way-" Executives: "But first let's make some massive changes and cut your budget in half." Creators: "..." They really just tried to make you guys feel excited about the deal, get you in a hand-shaking kinda mood right before they pulled the rug out from under you. Emphasis on tried since you guys were smart enough to realize what they were doing.

[@kaisersoymilk6912]

Car salesman tactic

[@rayzrsharp]

I've been working in Hollywood for 20 years. Everything they said is 100%. My only gripe with them is Y'ALL JUST NOW REALIZING THIS?!!!

[@sirclark4405]

@@rayzrsharp we don’t work in hollywood buddy....

[@zoroarkking18]

@@ohio The big picture is charts and graphs that say what people like. If you think that doesn't get in the way of art, then I think you're probably just a business major.

[@zoroarkking18]

​@@ohio Prioritizing money over artistic and personal values is not the flex you think it is. It's just greed. I'd say this conversation's done, but I'm sure you won't feel satisfied unless you get the last word, so go ahead. Just know I won't be listening.

[@nicholaswood3250]

Seeing stuff like this, everything George Lucas did in the 70s makes perfect sense

[@purefoldnz3070]

Lucas had a subscription platform on youtube?

[@javierpowell4705]

@@purefoldnz3070 he legit made both his own studio and sfx company. Lucasfilm and Industrial Light and Magic(later Pixar was created by Ilm) so he had very few strings attached to the industry.

[@purefoldnz3070]

@@javierpowell4705 He still made movies in the studio system to become independent. You cant just skip a step.

[@javierpowell4705]

@@purefoldnz3070 Yeah but, he was independent by vision and funding, all he really needed was distributors, studios trusted he was a good movie creator, and lessened their corporate oversight into anything they were collaborating on. Arguably not truly independent, but still highly seperated from the corporate culture and free do as he pleased.

[@Foxtrot5]

@@javierpowell4705 now Disney bought the company. Shame.

[@znerot]

corridor: inspires me to work in the film industry also corridor: "we're giving up on the film industry" me: :o

[@UnsaltedCashew38]

They are not in the film industry, they are an independent agency that subcontracts for the film industry.

[@nikhilchauhan2736]

Join them

[@Daemonworks]

@@UnsaltedCashew38 no, they're just in a different part of the industry

[@nagualdesign]

@@Daemonworks Yeah, the part that has no actual involvement in making Hollywood movies. They're KZbinrs. And now, even with 4 million subscribers, they're moaning because they don't have thousands of dollars of disposable income. Poor chaps. 😭

[@sunburst8810]

@@nagualdesign Facts, they're basically living the dream. Each one of them is a millionaire.

[@Prodmaximilli]

Good luck guys, film industry must be tough.

[@iblame_nargles]

Tough is writing a script. Ruthless is the industry itself. I’ve had an awful experience as an extremely small filmmaker, the fact that people like Corridor have had just as much trouble is telling how ruthless it is.

[@filipmanevski9872]

Honestly the industry is tough but do you want to work in it anymore. Hollywood does not know how to make good films anymore. Everything good now is happening outside the US. Its so disappointing. There is only a hand full of director’s out there that make good original films. Everything else is just copy paste its so easy to predict every ending without watching the trailers. Case and point making another Halloween movie. For fuck sake the first one was a good movie everything else is shit just let him fucking die already, the new star wars movies after all the waiting and anticipation they Disneyfied it and made them shit.

[@mikehall4730]

This is just 2% of what producers do to a movie...

[@MidoEl]

@@filipmanevski9872 Totally agree with you i can keep going on and on about today's movies too

[@onemorechris]

IBlameNargles sounds like something to avoid for everyone other than those making massive $100,000,000+ films.

[@rhettorical]

About ten years ago, I had a college class called "Conceptual Storytelling". The teacher raised our expectations by telling us that if we could come up with a good pitch, he could get us a meeting with studio execs who might buy it for a massive amount of cash. He then shattered our expectations by explaining how that idea would probably end up sitting in a vault somewhere, never to be made. Or, if it ever did get made, it would be practically unrecognizable. The system isn't designed for creators. It's designed to make money. Unless your name is Quentin Tarantino, John Waters, Clint Eastwood, etc., your idea is going to be molded into something that a studio feels will make them the most profit. I hope your idea succeeds. I think it's the best way forward, letting creators make what they want to make, and letting the people decide what they want to watch.

[@sheikhspeare6637]

That sounds terrifying. I think one of the few ways to put your idea out into the world while still preserving the vision would be through novels or comics. Alhough, who knows, maybe even those indusries are similar?

[@enforcerridley158]

And this is why most if not all movies made today completely suck. Let the creators create their vision.

[@adamkalb1]

@@enforcerridley158 A lot of movies in the past also sucked, we have just already forgotten about them because we wanted to, and never reveal their existence to new generations born at least one decade after they came out. But yes, the creators should be allowed to create their own vision because - would having more variety in mainstream films really be the end of Hollywood? I doubt it, because sometimes movies that people think will not make lots of money, actually do. That sort of turnout is not exclusive to original film properties, either. Because in 2023 alone, I saw how Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken and The Creator were original film properties with loads of potential that did not make bank, while Guardians of the Galaxy 3 and Wonka were a sequel and a prequel to established film properties that were surprisingly creative, and became very successful despite having a less than stellar opening weekend. I could tell that for once, Disney and WB let James Gunn and Paul King create their vision for those films and it probably paid off for them in spite of most of their other 2023 movies bombing.

[@Jigsaw407]

Hollywood in a nutshell: You present an idea for a monster movie. Studio executives: "Cool, but does it have to be about a monster?"

[@mattjns]

“Ok, this is the greatest Monster movie that’s ever been presented to us, it’s incredible, we love it..........how do you feel about no monster & complete re-write?”

[@estradiolvalerate8925]

@@MichaelMusson-en7be King Kong 2005

[@AfferbeckBeats]

And does it have to be a movie? How bout a webseries on a platform no one knows exists?

[@lmoa3917]

“Be the corporate middleman you want to see in life” -someone

[@KristenRobertskris10lr]

Lmoa ahh yes my favorite Greek philosopher, _someone_

[@AlphaCentauri24]

For every 100 starry successes the Film industry is a grave yard of a million shattered dreams.

[@miksuko]

that's just like ever other industry

[@jacobhoekman6865]

The best way to do something you want, is to build it yourself from the ground up.

[@putin2918]

That’s how everything works in this world doesn’t it

[@Sgt_Glory]

Except for Tommy Wiseau.

[@AlphaCentauri24]

@@miksuko Is "every other industry" as in your face, as alluring, as attractive, as fame-&-money as is the film industry?

[@V2rocketproductions]

I feel this personally and I'm really happy for you guys! This somewhat happened with me but not on the scale of your channel of course. We gave out a few ideas and got approached by a corporation that stated they liked our stuff but were trying to change the core roots of everything we stood for. Essentially we had zero say in the product and we would've spent two years making something and would have zero rights to it. I hope the website works out for you guys, you did what very few channels on KZbin were able to do: you actually created a successful business based solely around KZbin filmmaking (not gaming, streams, etc). Let Clinton and Nick L know I miss them! Was an honor meeting some of your crew. -Collin

[@CaseyFaris]

Dang man.... That's pretty freeakin cool!

[@HaBZItsmethatguy]

no its not

[@OldNorthFoxx222]

"Welcome to Hollywood where if you have an original movie script, we'll scrap it and make a copy of another one. Why does everyone hate us?"

[@irai_nesanOfThamizhOrigin]

Hmm I wonder why anyone would hate such a noble act

[@TAHA-nc4cm]

@@irai_nesanOfThamizhOrigin sarcasm 100

[@blenderguru]

That is super slick site! Excited for you guys 🤗

[@erikhall1146]

Why are you all the way down the comments ?

[@dannyconnolly2953]

I agree! This is so cool!

[@verxus7988]

"Making virtual donuts you can't eat".

[@sinelihlengqaza9690]

The father of blender

[@senthilvelan544]

Mo cuishle

[@louiehughes4065]

You should’ve gone to blumhouse, he’ll throw money at anything

[@valentemartinez8935]

Yeah, but only $5 million

[@psd993]

@@valentemartinez8935 with this Kickstarter like project, how many people need to subscribe and designate a preferred project to get more than 5 mil tho?

[@Ketothev]

@@psd993 It's 125031 yearly subscriptions to get to 5 millions. Not impossible but hard to reach. I hope they can make it work though. It's important to have independent creators.

[@StarkRhino]

@@psd993 5 mil on an industry shoot means a lot goes to pleasing union requirements. They can run leaner on KZbin

[@josephgrey3702]

I remember you guys from middle school. I've already graduated high school, about to start my third year of college. Legends then, legends now.

[@gpark6050]

You got my vote in: I admire when people take matters in their own hands. Good works guys.

[@ayushsevak916]

Ayyy I used to try out igg for btd battles lmaoo

[@NathanCarterVids]

I love the idea of you guys being able to do some really cool projects, but does this mean everything is going to be behind a paywall in the future? Or is it just specific shows?

[@muffininacup4060]

I think it will be somewhat like patreon, you will be able to see the show episodes early if you want by giving money to that specific show; it would really suck if all their videos would be behind a paywall, I dont think everyone who watches the videos has spare cash to spend for those videos

[@paulkim6631]

From what I understand, you're using money to vote for the shows you want to see. That money goes into funding for the show

[@JawahTV]

From my understanding, it works like this: You sub for whatever a month. You choose something that they are pitching on that site that you wanna see made. - In turn, they get funding and get to keep their idea the way they want. Whatever gets funded to a full extent gets made and released on youtube (Probably with Subs/Patreon getting early access to that content) they're basically avoiding the major industry "Best and safe practices" so they can still make big-budget films without their vision shattered.

[@kishannathan4186]

What he means is he is going to continue making things that you can pay for that you want but what majority wants will be on KZbin

[@mushyomens6885]

That wasn't what they meant, maybe you didn't watch the video carefully. The people who subscribe will be able to decide which shows the corridor crew should work on. They'll have a say in it, and they will be the ones financing it. At the end, everyone can watch that content (There's obviously gonna be some privileges for the ones paying like earky access to content or stuff but im okay with that)

[@Gabriel123321a]

4:16 caught u looking lol

[@dudeman33]

Can't say I blame him lol

[@Gabriel123321a]

dudeman33 😂😂😂 neither do I

[@gamertherapyconsoleyoursel5804]

I really hope this doesn't mean less content on KZbin, having it all locked behind a paywall.

[@theBeacon]

I love how the internet has allowed people to bypass the old systems in place for you to be able to release content. Musicians have been using it now to not have to commit to a record label so it would be great to see this be successful and give another option for people passionate about their art.

[@Christopher_TG]

There are downsides to it, though. It's a lot easier to get into creating and publishing art nowadays thanks to how the internet has democratized content creation and distribution. But it's also much harder to stand out in that space. There is such a flood of content available to users that it's almost impossible to develop a following and get noticed unless you already have a brand. Filmmaker Lulu Wang talked about that in a roundtable discussion with five other directors hosted by the Hollywood Reporter. Her film, The Farewell, had received an offer to be distributed on a streaming service, an offer she turned down. She knew that as a young director who was just starting her career, her film would get completely swamped out and barely seen by anybody. When talking about the experience, she drew a comparison to iTunes, saying that anybody can post music to iTunes but if you don't have a brand, no one will notice you. The other problem is that the internet has also created market pressure to offer some content as cheaply as possible thanks to the proliferation of free websites like Spotify and KZbin as well as the ease of piracy. This is especially true in the music industry. Talk to any musician and they'll tell you that it's actually harder to earn a living making music today than it was 20-30 years ago. Compared to the incomes artists could make from album sales back in the day, the payouts musicians make from streaming services is pennies.

[@mosesking2923]

Christopher G I see nothing negative about what you just said. Music is now in the hands of the consumer, not the hands of the creator. Which means we as consumers vote with our wallet. It also means that we won’t settle for low rate drivel. If content creators want more money, they will have to produce more quality content. Standing out in a crowd is THEIR problem, not ours.

[@Christopher_TG]

@@mosesking2923 Except consumers are left with fewer and fewer options as musicians increasingly drop out of what is no longer a very promising profession. That leaves only musicians who are willing to create generic pop songs that appeal to as wide a net as possible.

[@mosesking2923]

Christopher G it’s the exact opposite. There are more options than ever before. Musicians can find niches in the market that they never even knew existed. If some artists make generic content, then that is their choice to pander to the masses. It’s always been that way. But the small niches will now be catered to. That’s the beauty of capitalism. Same thing is happening to online gaming and film.

[@inkbetweens6920]

Sub based systems are really tough when they are limited to single teams of creators. You make great content and I really wish you the best of luck with it.

[@spring3281]

Kinda like patreon ?

[@treschlet]

if I could subscribe to the website/ through/ patreon, I'd be more into it. Or if the site had content from more creators than just corridor, and they made a whole new kinda content ecosystem

[@genghiskengmail]

@@treschlet The whole industry might evolve to that.

[@protoprinting327]

@@treschlet You can subscribe to the website through Patreon at the $5 tier or above.

[@EveryCrazyDay]

I feel like they’ll need to bring in more people, or other channels to make enough content to support that price. Feel a little nervous for them.

[@T3chTr0nGames]

I suggest talking to the LTT crew and what they did with floatplane. On the technical side they have really done well with their video encoding/streaming capabilities. They seem to have the same mindset that y'all have in regards to having a sustainable way to have creators find their audience and get direct support from them. At least for a technical conversation, I bet they would be more than willing to help in some capacity.

[@viktordalberg565]

I'm just happy that you're keeping the price low. 4€ is a pretty generous price. I love your content but i also don't want to pay a fortune to watch it. I'm also very much okay with paying money to see your content. I know that you're a big studio and in order to sustain your selves you need money. Not only will this increase the quality of your lives but also your content. Either way, i support this 100%

[@shlockems8997]

"we love the script and ideas but lets rewrite the whole script and make it a horror movie" wtf is wrong with people? these greedy people make me so angry

[@naverich4603]

It is a business as any other and the purpose of the business is to eliminate the financial risk and ensure the gain :) If you had 2 millions of dollars and wanted to spend them you would make hella sure that it all least break even... Sad but true and if you are an artist the sooner you understand it the better. Look at Chris Nolan or Soderbergh...you can make a popcorn movie to be an artistic experience at the same time. It is fokin difficult but anything is possible.

[@ThePandoraGuy]

Fuck the domestic market, we do a production for the international market. And with that, i mean China. So, you make a horror movie, but you can't do ghosts and some other supernatural stuff, because the CCP don't like that. Also that guy that you want as the main character? Can't have him because he wrote some Pro HK tweet, can't have that now. Oh and we need some more product placement, like all of it. Chinese love american products.

[@jur4x]

@@ThePandoraGuy and since we still film it in US, don't forget your cast should meet diversity quotas, regardless of historical or geographical setting.

[@zenquantum1246]

PRODUCER: But it won’t be just a *horror* movie, but it’ll be a *conventional* horror movie. 🤔

[@Dustquake]

@@naverich4603 that is what I find most disappointing. While I understand the need to manage risk for a successful business model, it seems too rare that any risks are taken. The result is absolute butchery. Reference to "The Dark Tower" and "Doom." great stories but after they went through the system were major disappointments. I still can't believe someone thought resident eviling literal hellspawn was a good idea.

[@BiggMo]

I’ve now seen several KZbin creators now explore this path. As the consumer I’d prefer a collaboration (co-op) effort so much of my viewing and fees stays consolidated. Industry risks splintering the audiences.

[@charliecooper3030]

Yeah, this is like College Humor's Dropout and they have quite a number of series that were on it.

[@julian23561]

Like what Acura Addicted said, FloatPlane is the thing they are looking for.

[@NS-xo6qe]

I feel like this type of site would have potential to be added to the CuriousityStream group once it gains a following. It would be cool to see Corridor join up and form part of the group, you could eventually build something to rival KZbin.

[@PaulSteenOriginal]

Im so glad you guys are growing and keeping the content as real as you guys! love you all fr

[@gordonbourbonbiscuit]

Super exciting, with you all the way guys!!

[@mathieulefrancois3030]

4:15 My man Niko giving the quick look

[@louizeesquivel3051]

HAHAHHAAHAHHAA

[@FusionC6]

Do you blame him? Lol.

[@octimus2000]

@Ba Paoi are you parents siblings?

[@boldtrickstudios]

Y'all talking about the 🎂

[@FusionC6]

@@boldtrickstudios Yes. Cake. >_>

[@Jhnny025]

Question though: How will you focus your time, energy, and money if you have multiple projects happening simultaneously? Will the project with the most money/subscriptions be the main focus? If so, will the quality of the other subscriptions diminish?

[@ryanviel6524]

JohnGaal excellent question. I’m ok to support these guys but I don’t want to pay for two 5 minutevideos a month that are worth watching

[@tomasxfranco]

I think the logical thing would be something like Kickstarter where only once an episode is funded past some threshold it starts being worked on.

[@xalener]

sounds like they're gearin up to expand which, I mean, makes sense since they're literally taking over more of the building they work out of

[@PluralPaul]

Their typical work flow revolves around doing multiple projects at one time. That's why they have multiple people on the team who can fit multiple roles (camera, director, writer, etc.). They already can divide and conquer, and from the sounds of it, they plan on being as flexible as they've already been with their KZbin projects. I think this is a great opportunity for them, and they're probably set up the best to accomplish this.

[@PluralPaul]

ALSO, it very much sounds like the point of the website is to fund additional content that will then show up on KZbin, rather than be exclusive to their website

[@karelpgbr]

Been here for a long time guys, love your stuff, keep it chill, don’t stress it, love you guys.

[@dwnut91]

I’ve only been a fan since the beginning of Covid quarantine, but I love everything I’ve seen. I have learned so much from your team and have been completely entertained along the way. I will definitely download your site. You guys are awesome and I hope you get to create the content you want to put out. Keep up the fantastic work!

[@acquis0921]

Hey corridor- I think it’s also a good idea to allow other creators on the platform if they ask. I can see this project attracting a lot of upcoming directors, and the competition for the best ideas will drive better content.

[@Chan-qk9eh]

And more content! There’s gonna be more traction if more people are promoting it and there’s more things on the site. They could possibly turn this into something really good but it’s gonna def need work

[@viks2ndaccount478]

UPDOOT THIS

[@rutchjohnson]

Yeah I think this is a missed opportunity to not allow other creators to submit on the platform.

[@pieterhaegeman3538]

Maybe it's a pilot. Also the subscription would have to be way pricier if you could "fund" multiple creators.

[@evilst.management8810]

Brilliant. Evil S.O.B.

[@TheMajorNerd]

The BIG question: Is there possibility and room for OTHER creators to strike a deal and have their longer narrative content seen on this site?

[@wytho3751]

Absolutely. Hard agree this is the big one.

[@CySnowdrop]

I think this would open up new possibilities for tons of creative people that just can't have their voices heard in this industry.

[@bertogonzalez7057]

If that’s the case, this site could grow like crazy and be a big new thing. I hope that’s what happens.

[@phred7609]

I think if they eventually let other creators create for this new platform it would really bring it to the next level, truly competing with the traditional Hollywood system.

[@CallMeSonja]

TheMajorNerd this would be the best possible thing to do with the site, imo

[@anakinskywalker8497]

I love watching y’all’s videos because I really want to learn the filmmaker way I’ve made a couple little movies with my pals but, I love learning new ways of filming and it’s really what I want to do with my life, and I’m gonna try to get there one day, but anyway if you read this thank you for everything you do

[@tinkerbench]

Wishing you guys the best of luck we will be following you!

[@krishatb5757]

"We are corridor digital we are gonna make it happennn" all the best guys.☮️

[@purefoldnz3070]

now give us money lol

[@bchstr]

Purefoldnz Wait till you find out how film makers make money

[@samweston7779]

Corridor: We're starting our own monthly subscription site with exclusive content. College Humour: You fools!

[@flemmingpedersen567]

LOL I have been thinking about taking a look at Dropout, but then I think of all the other things I already have via Netflix, Viaplay etc. that I still haven't watched and just give up

[@HotRetroFire]

@@flemmingpedersen567 Dropout is worth it for the Dimension 20 stuff, but that's truly unique content that's worth it for me. I don't know if Corridor is gonna have content that is truly worth it for me. Especially when I watch the reaction vids which definitely aren't worth a subscription fee to me.

[@ShodaiKishin]

College Humor: Decides to put all their eggs in the Facebook basket and died because of it. Their monthly subscription was doing fine but their major investment into facebook cause them to lose a LOT.

[@PandaBuddy19]

Let me take you to SwearNet and a little Canadian show called the Trailer Park Boys. This was launched back in early 2013. They were the first that I know of to do something like this.

[@flemmingpedersen567]

@@HotRetroFire I hear ya - all the things I have seen from CC is "KZbin good", but I still haven't watched anything that I want to pay for. But then, apart from 'Ashens and the Quest for the Gamechild' I have not seen a larger production from a KZbinr that I liked enough to see it twice. You are right that Dimension 20 is interesting, but Brennan just rubs me the wrong way somehow - I don't know why, I just dislike him on the screen. I do kind of want to see all of 'Kingpin Katie' though.

[@starwarsfananimations]

Can't wait to see this stuff!!! You guys are growing and I love watching your content! Can't wait to see more!

[@davres501]

Really look forward to see what you’ll do with this approach as you constantly raise the bar doing what you do so incredibly well!🙌

[@Xx808Mr_RagerxX]

Our Founders would be a good documentary. A story about how you guys started your company.

[@megumiaoki362]

I'm genuinely chuffed for you guys. "The world as we have created it is a process of our thinking. It cannot be changed without changing our thinking."

[@joshstone5464]

YOOOO!! Love you guys and love this plan!! Definitely going to be supporting.

[@XxR33GZxX]

Subscribed to you guys for years on end now, always love the content and i cant wait to see what's in store for the future. Subbed for a monthly subscription :) cant wait for whats to come guys!

[@doctorpanigrahi9975]

The most baffling thing is Corridor crew not complying with the KZbin 10 minutes video quota.

[@TBFreak]

@@ashtalkes6745 yet they still dont comply

[@markm0000]

KZbin is a joke this website can be deleted in a flip of a switch it’s not profitable.

[@ethand4784]

@@ashtalkes6745 I see you get your tech news from the right place...

[@stigolumpy]

@@sruxro Yup, it was confirmed that 8 is the new 10 minutes. And quality of videos will be put ahead (prioritised over) length of them

[@ElijahBecker]

Since when was there a minimum length requirement?

[@Tze52]

Was the website made wi- *"TODAY'S SPONSOR IS SQUARE SPACE"*

[@ANZARIZ_43]

Wix

[@DomThatDubstep]

actually yes, it is

[@Ranveer_sangha03]

I always watch your videos love your videos even though I have seen all of your videos 2 or three times before But I just wanna support you guys so I leave my phone on Playlist with auto play so you can make more revenue from utubeee

[@Tooth_Fairy]

Damn man that's really cool of you, I wish they could see this🔥🔥

[@Synplex]

Good luck on the new platform! I am sincerely excited to see what you guys are going to be able to pull off now. You have a new instant subscriber right here. This is coming from a fellow visual effects artist. 👍

[@FortyHurts]

Will it be a success? Maybe, maybe not. I hope it will. There is a sea change coming in the entertainment industry (all of it - TV, movies, live music, etc.) and people are going to have to take chances on new systems like this one. Go get 'em!

[@jamesesparza6893]

change yes, but its a subscription service which we honestly seen them come and go by the dozen, hell the website they mentioned called go90 was freaking free and it failed bad.

[@UhYeahNoThanks]

"cool we love your movie, I'd love to make it, here's a timeline. Only catch you've gotta completely change it" corporate gaslighting at its finest

[@garfellow5038]

Not what gaslighting is, that would be a bait-and-switch but good point.

[@australianwi-fi]

@@garfellow5038 I swear "gaslighting" has changed it's meaning over the past few years

[@greyfox2344]

Count me in. I wish you guys the best and I hope to see some great content come out on the site and app!

[@ItisTheJame]

You guys have been my favorite people on youtube since you started. Lots of inspiration came from you guys. Keep pushing. 🙏🏼

[@K8KProductions]

Looking forward to seeing how this all works. Always paving the way! thanks guys!

[@acetrigger1337]

"make it relevant to now, or it ain't worth the money." - Modern Hollywood.

[@captainfunktastic2255]

Tip of the iceberg there... Make it relevant to now Make it franchise friendly Make it competitive with established IP's, Make it with bankable actors Make it PG-13 at max Make it child friendly Make it non-preachy, but with a message kids can learn Make it apolitical Make it have at least one primary LGBT character Make it so no attention is drawn to said characters sexuality Make it have at least one primary well known and obviously non-white character Make it so no attention is drawn to said characters race Make it appropriate for the Christian Right Make it with easily sourced, non licensed music Make it with groundbreaking VFX Make it appropriate for Chinese distribution Make it cheap

[@FilmFire96]

@@captainfunktastic2255 This is why we see nothing but remakes, re-imaginings, spin-offs and general bland PC garbage made - adding the hope it'll be popular in Communist China

[@Axolotl_Mischief]

@@FilmFire96 ramakes are a staple of film since the 1930s. There are shitloads of superior remakes. Maybe study film before pretending to know what you're talking about, kid.

[@phant0]

@@FilmFire96 They're investors. They only care about going the safe route for a maximum return for their money. They don't care about making an actually good or meaningful movie.

[@Echidna23Gaming]

@@Axolotl_Mischief That's completely true but that doesn't change the fact that there has been a high concentration of remakes and unwanted sequels over the past decade that have not done very well because of being driven by strict limitations of the industry and pursuit of money instead of a drive from passion and creativity about the project. It makes sense that if a product reaches the largest amount of people that should make the most money, but that is a very short term perspective for a franchise and doesn't allow for full creative expression of a vision. Just because there are good remakes doesn't change the fact that there are still significant players who are making movies for the wrong reasons, and when the whole point of a movie is to entertain, and the intent of the movie shifts from being entertaining to appeasing the masses, that's a problem.

[@EpicAdrian3D]

Idea: Once a month have a poll deciding on which outside director/creator the audience wants to see on the corridor platform make something. Gives variety and incentive for people outside our bubble to look into it.

[@lucasbrochill]

Good luck guys. I’ve watched you grow so much and this is truly amazing. Love all the content 😁

[@TheTurtle]

EA full on backstabbed tf outta Corridor Crew...Absolute scum of the Earth(EA). KZbin Red Backstabbed tf outta Corridor Crew... Random Producers backstabbed tf outta Corridor Crew... On their biggest projects it's been corporate backstabs....like jesus christ how do you guys keep going out of that feeling so positive? Keep going your own route guys, can't wait to see the website! Hopefully the youtube channel isn't affected by it.

[@NessaOfDorthonion]

Its Nikos positive vibes, they're infectious

[@Frytoons]

Turtle really? That is so harsh, I imagine that they have a reputation in the film industry for being backstabbed all the time.

[@Crazyasian123456]

Welcome to the corporate world. Remember that executives and accountants very rarely, if ever, have hands on experience with regards to the process for people who actually have to execute the plan as well as the finer details. They do not understand that doing those things is easier said than done and much harder and slower than they would like. As shitty as it is, this is pretty much why there is always this "conflict" between execs/accountants in upper level management who don't actually understand the process and the filmmakers/writes/etc that do. Isn't just limited to film either, this happens across most other sectors as well.

[@mr.bubble2266]

Yeah... Is this really U.S cooperation culture?... where rather to help nurturing small company that can be benefit to everyone, they will suck them dry and leaving nothing but dust...

[@archiebyrne5779]

Because when they come threw and the projects done they probably feel great

[@testsubject7982]

With everyone and their great-grandmother having some sort of "streaming service" or pay-for-website, it's getting awfully crowded.

[@jacobhoekman6865]

Your assuming I have streaming services.

[@skywrecker]

streaming is the new cable tv with attached packages and subscription fees all included baby!

[@gmarefan]

Kind of nice having more direct choice in who my money is going to though tbh.

[@crushtinbox1]

@@skywrecker the big difference being with cable tv if you just want a specific channel, you have to pay for 200 other channels you don't want just to get access to the one you do. With subscriptions you can choose on a month to month basis which content you want to put your money towards.

[@whatisrealknowtheformula6137]

It’s content created direct to consumer. It’s really going to be about quality of the product (which we know CC can do) and the price point (and how it will fluctuate over time). I like to support content creators and would much rather spend 30-40 bucks a year per creator in that community than hand it off to the CEO of a conglomerate that can offer a slightly lower price. It’s like eating locally-produced food: it may cost more but there’s a big upside to supporting your community. The concern, as ever, is what happens when it is successful? Do they go pyramid or wide?

[@elisalem164]

Wishing you all the best, this channel rocks!

[@Akivili420]

Thank you for doing everything you do and just having passion for what you do also understanding and supporting other artists. Watching your content is amazing and opens so many possibilities for unified universes 😌

[@mr.highschoollocksmith6080]

I'm sure you hear this a lot, I cannot fully express my appreciation for the effort, drive and passion you guys put into everything you give to us. It takes a lot of mental encouragement and courage to keep up with what your now calling your own type of system. And thank you for that.

[@mrmayukh403]

What is your comment supposed to mean

[@keichel3175]

It's so sad seeing the system being so demoralizing for actual creativity.

[@jamesesparza6893]

CGI artists have always gotten the shaft in hollywood and personally hollywood might be going broke soon so i'd distance myself too if I were them.

[@virendersingh9101]

Love your work will be there with you till the end 🤘 keep up the amazing work ♥️

[@aggiemusic2015]

Joined!! Excited to see where y'all can go with the new website.

[@HumaneTrash]

You’re not supposed to show the monster until the second half at least!

[@MoviesUnderTheSurface]

best director winner Bong Joon Ho begs to differ

[@undinism69]

That's what she said

[@eekeey]

Tell that to Guillermo Del Toro.

[@joey6437]

Love the idea and the motives behind it, but I've never seen a youtube channel pull this off. The youtube lifecycle used to last longer when companies could make a living off this platform, but we r nearing the bubbles bursting point. Corridor has grown, theyve invested in themselves and now they are doubling down again on an off platform idea... the success rate is low and I see the divide/confusion in the comments already. Hopefully corridor has some good feature films because idk who's gonna pay for a vlog, and hopefully those films land in the right hands and they can become something legit within hollywood.

[@hamishdouglas8780]

nah corridor can do it, they're not like other KZbin channels imo

[@fex144]

@Joey, my thoughts exactly; Hope it works; Suspect it wont.

[@rorymcgregor625]

LouderWithCrowder has successfully done it for years now. He calls it MugClub

[@_My_YouTube]

@@rorymcgregor625 The main difference with Crowder's Mug Club is that you also get access to BlazeTV's entire library - which means being able to watch more than just Crowder. I think if Corridor would do the same and team up with a few other similar creators in a bundled subscription deal, that would increase their chances of subscriptions like Crowder.

[@reallydeej]

RoosterTeeth has done pretty well with their off youtube subscription stuff (albeit with some kerfuffles & hurdles). I wish them the best but I probably won't be subscribing to pay for particular shows. Maybe an existing service like FloatPlane would have been a good fit & they wouldn't have needed to build any technology for that to work. All that said, if they were to crowdfund a feature length project or make one & it was available for stand-alone purchase I'd be down for that. Either way I wish them success. I think they have the right idea in going around the system & playing by their own rules rather then trying to get into it & making less engaging content.

[@jccfilms3401]

I'm super excited for the website guys, being an inspired film director myself, everyone at corridor has most definitely inspired me to keep pursuing my career and I'm so so so excited for you guys! You really showed those big time producers what you guys are really capable of and I'm so excited to follow you through this awesome idea :)

[@ezraindustries6175]

Cant wait! Congrats on all the success

[@CinematographyDatabase]

Power moves 🍻

[@JLSTibu]

You're the best, man.

[@carolineyonatan216]

Fourth

[@MABlacksmith]

As a backstage tech (sound engineer, specifically) in the live events industry, this is actually exciting to hear. Innovation and evolutions on HOW to produce creative content is so important, and I'm glad that Corridor is ditching the film industry's traditional system. I'm sure Brandon at StressLevelZero is all about this.

[@lucasgravelle3936]

Awesome guys! Love the channel, and will definitely be a subscriber

[@wendys4449]

Definitely gonna subscribe. Been watching you guys for years, and I love the opportunity to help support you guys!

[@stressed_out0955]

But rush was so cool and even your previous series and movies were great

[@junkopop3404]

Not the point. They didn't enjoy it.

[@JustinBocci]

I don’t think that really matters. As someone who is aspiring a career in film and music, I’ve made a few things people thoroughly enjoy and I did not enjoy making it or enjoy the project itself. It’s really about what you want to make.

[@Hotsauceonmy]

Problem is nobody saw it and being strung along the whole process

[@CorridorCrew]

Hey thanks! It means a lot to me that you enjoyed them! -Niko

[@stressed_out0955]

@@CorridorCrew I'm currently trying to perfect my blender skills for images and animations (but limited to low spec laptops as I'm in school) and some unity. But it is inspiring seeing your shows and movies. It's not just enjoyment but also admiration of the amount of work and skill that you guys use. Thank you guys for everything, the fun moments and all the great content.

[@imptv]

I've been a fan for years now, genuinely love the majority of what you guys do, and totally support you wanting to grow and pursue more ambitious creative projects, but I have a few questions: 1. Is this new service supposed to be in addition to the 1,952 people that already support you on Patreon or are you planning to migrate away from that platform? 2. What about your new site is going to allow you to overcome the problems that tanked every other subscription service associate with KZbin, including Red?

[@HakeemRDaud]

Yes, imo they should've ditch patreon in favor of their own website soon, adjust the pricing as well. As for your 2nd question, it allows them to raise money to get the budget for that film they already made the script of. If this new subscription failed, they just simply won't make feature film and just create short vfx yt videos as usual.

[@m93sek]

Yeah exactly. What is the real difference to a Kickstarter financed movie, except that the viewers can vote on it?

[@zeherath]

they could make it so people on patreon get portion , up to full sub perks for the website, maybe, idk

[@1ZZYNX1]

I had the same exact question about Patreon. I've been hoping to support them one day when I'm in a better financial situation, and if it's a choice between Patreon and this, I'm not sure which I would choose.

[@theKiroo]

@@1ZZYNX1 patrons have free access to the web site (from the 5 dollar tier up)

[@crodriguez8590]

Subscribed & Joined!!, so excited guys! keep up the great content!

[@coldirty]

just purchased my subscription! i hope an app is in the near future ! love you guys

[@mavis2354]

Corridor: keep making things that will make you proud in 5-10 years! That is how you find true success.

[@heartofnowhere2240]

I've been watching Corridor for years, so hearing this is actually pretty big. Studying film and trying to get into the industry is tough, and hearing the issues people who I've come to respect have had, really helps highlight a lot that just isn't touched on in the conventional education system. So I'll be watching and waiting for the site I think. It also entirely does not surprise me that EA were back and forth on 'Rush', they are a nightmare of a company in so many ways.

[@andrewripley7185]

Amazing. Way to take your success and make it grow. I will definitely support this with my subscription.

[@J_Hills]

Yoooo this is so awesome! Inspiring! KEEP IT UP‼️

[@davyvde]

This is the logical next step for you guys, and I'm definitely subscribing. I already considered from listening to your podcasts when you mentioned it back in january. I remember you guys mentioning that 1 month of subscription ($3) is worth about as much as a thousand views on YT, which is crazy. For a company which has grown to sustain nearly a dozen families, I can only support this.

[@CorridorCrew]

Thanks! Having a direct relationship with you guys, without a big corporate middleman, will be huge. I can’t wait to see what kind of new shows it will enable us to make for you!

[@ashmitbajpai390]

@@CorridorCrew i dont think you should've dedicated an entire video to your website, im broke and it feels like im gonna miss out on all of the amazing content you put on youtube. I hope you guys upload your projects on youtube after a while

[@nagualdesign]

@@ashmitbajpai390 Considering that their KZbin channel probably earns them more than most of their viewers earn the whole thing seems a bit ungrateful and self-absorbed. They get to do pretty much what they want, and what they love to do, KZbin provides them with a far-reaching platform and they still find ways to feel hard done by. Meanwhile 1 billion people don't get to eat every day. If I could afford to I know who I'd rather donate a few dollars to. Basically, they're not professional script writers but they're hoping to get a script turned into a movie, and hopefully that will serve as a springboard towards mega success. And they're annoyed because it ain't happening! 😆

[@KingFirefly11]

when they said "We’re Giving up on the Film Industry," I felt that.

[@floodrunner_2042]

I Love You considering their track record and how they keep getting shafted when it comes to film opportunities I’d say they deserve it tbh

[@jamesesparza6893]

@I Love You I did get rather turned off when they mentioned ANOTHER subscription service. All while 40% of businesses shut down during a lock down, while we reach 52 days of none stop rioting in some citys.

[@nagualdesign]

@@floodrunner_2042 They don't keep "getting shafted", they're consistently turned down because nobody wants to buy what they're selling. Big difference. And being turned down doesn't mean they deserve to receive funding from elsewhere.

[@nagualdesign]

@@jamesesparza6893 Well said. They don't seem to realize how lucky they are!

[@ATerriblepurpose]

Good. Glad to be a part of it. Thank you for the content as always.

[@gregthomas2296]

How exciting!! Good on you guys. Look forward to it.

[@bridgerparker4275]

I hope this goes well for y’all! Just curious how many uploads will still make it to KZbin? I’ve been watching for years and undoubtedly would subscribe to yalls service but I fear it’s going to be harder to build up more viewership if there’s not as much new viewable content

[@benjaminchen8857]

I think there idea is like Patreon, but Patreon won't take a cut, and every movie has its own Patreon. Movies would still be free

[@CorridorCrew]

We won’t be changing anything about our KZbin uploads. The site will be for new shows directly funded by you guys, in addition to an ad-free watching experience for any of the content we put on KZbin, plus a bunch of other features. More details to come when we launch out of beta in a few weeks!

[@raahimkamaal5363]

Corridor Crew will we be getting vlogs and stuff like corridor every other day, because a wren one wheeling show would be great

[@WaniZame]

I’m poor as fuck so can’t afford much more than my internet and phone and I would have been gutted to lose the react videos. Love you guys.

[@VoodooZ]

This is the perfect time to go against the "old boys club" too; with all the theaters being closed and all. You'd think they'd be desperate to help out the next generation and getting their feet wet with new media... Screw them.. You're better off by yourself. Or even, as some already commented, making a platform to solve the issue for all the small media creators like yourself... Keep on creating. If you make original sci-fi/horror videos, people will pay...

[@n8mo]

@Stellvia Hoenheim a lot of people will, and a lot of people do. There are dozens of creators on Twitch who make tens of millions a year off of good-will donations while they stream videos games. Corridor are onto something here, and I'm stoked to see where it goes :)

[@michaelperussina2835]

Great Idea and great job guys about time you went this route ..... oh well y’all had to learn on your own.

[@danisaksson3214]

Subscribed to the channel and instantly joining the website. This is good stuff.

[@ivansalguero3746]

For a moment i thought they where gonna jump to the game industry 😂

[@TheRealAlpha2]

Honestly, I almost feel like that would be better when you see how well Brandon pivoted after splitting off from FreddieW

[@CasparWilson]

It would legitimately be a better idea than what they’re proposing here.

[@ericvisser5253]

They would certainly make more money in that industry than in the film industry

[@EbonRaven]

I would buy so many games from them!

[@dylanzrim1011]

They’d be better off trying to improve VR to more of an AR kinda deal.

[@TheRealAlpha2]

While I applaud the ingenuity, I feel like this is basically creating another streaming service to subscribe to in a landscape that's already getting saturated. Granted, this sounds more like What Rooster Teeth has been doing for a while now which is fair and different enough from Hulu and netflix, but now it means asking people to leave a site they're already spending all hours of the day on to go over to another. The fans get split between those who can and will undoubtedly spend the money, and those who won't or can't for whatever reason. (on a side note: I watched Rush through my PC on Go90, I didn't see any phone requirement. I just went there to support you guys, but had no interest in anything else they had to offer.)

[@bestieswithtesties]

I think you hit the nail on the head. While it might sound like a good idea on paper, at the end of the day the whole monthly subscription for video content market is extremely saturated at this point. As much as I love these guys and their content really the last thing I care for is adding onto how much money I spend every month for video content. Not to mention asking people to change platforms to see content doesn't usually go very well. It creates this big rift between the small amount of hardcore fans who will support anything and everything versus the massive majority that aren't all gung ho about throwing their money at something.

[@MrMentalSoul]

I agree 100%. It's segregating the market too much. Why pay $3.99 per month for only their content when $10-15 with Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, or anyone else gives you a TON of diverse content? It just doesn't make any sense.

[@Echidna23Gaming]

I think the best way to think about this is like a Patreon for a youtuber that does reaction videos. The use Patreon as a source of additional income to allow them to commit more to the channel and those who pay money are going to be the people who are big fans of the channel already and now have a way to interact and influence in a meaningful way with a channel they really enjoy.

[@peterb1783]

I totally agree

[@erikhall1146]

@@bestieswithtesties You also hit the nail :D The problem i see is that these guys are on KZbin. They are not the only ones doing this kind of Content. The only thing that makes this Channel worth watching is the Crew itself. The actuall information in the Videos is worthless many times. But cool people are everywhere on KZbin. And i would bet major money some Channels are already working on a replacement for the Content Corridor cant make after this. What i see happening is that this Channel sort of dies because the viewers go to differen Channels and the crew being left with a small community that progressfly get smaller and a dead Channel. As you said, most people already pay for 3 On Demand Sites, and are not willing to pay for yet another one. I mean, Disney + for example at least had the argument that Disney makes 50% of all Movies, so you actually get something for your Money. Same with Netflix. But i dont think many people will see the Corridor content worht the payment considering all of the above.

[@masterandcapt]

So excited for y’all!

[@ale.salas.m]

Just seeing this. Pretty awesome. Best of luck!

[@bananachild1936]

*Niko:* We're giving up on the film industry... *Sam:* Because now.. *Sam & Niko (in sync):* We're pursuing the PORN industry!

[@jimmy12347654]

Prob less pedophiles and rapists in porn then Hollywood 🤣

[@kingkea3451]

@@jimmy12347654 I know what you're trying to say but there are definitely way more in the porn industry. The consenting professionals you see are but the tip of the ice berg and sadly there is a HUGE amount of sex trafficking (including kids) supported (knowingly and unknowingly) by the porn industry. There are also a lot of rape videos out there too.

[@sebin_01]

Hellya you got me lol

[@jimmy12347654]

@@kingkea3451 Yeah you are right of course, just a dark joke at Hollywood's expense

[@DJphotoandtech]

I'd watch the hell out of Corridor-produced porn. It'd probably be crap-ton better than current industry-produced porn.

[@ohknockulous7566]

KUDOS to you for exploring unique methods to make your passion a reality. I'll be thrilled to join you for the ride and wish nothing but the best for you all. Good luck. Can't wait.

[@arryan2016]

I think this is a great idea and I support you guys 100%. I can only begin to imagine the struggles and obstacles you guys have faced, and cannot wait for the official launch.

[@cameronross-egarr6996]

This looks sick! Cant wait to see the website! :)

[@dj__alien]

As a college student majoring in Film, it’s a little bit worrying to see a bunch of these studios not respecting the creativity and the original ideas of filmmaking entrepreneurs. I have quite a few ideas and stories I want to see be made into films, but I’m worried if I let those ideas fall into the hands of these giant businesses they’ll just ruin it and take away from the pure artistic side of it all. Glad to see you guys are sticking to your guns and not letting anyone change your artistic vision. Hopefully we’ll see the best version of your film here one of these days. 👍

[@BRedFilms]

As a film graduate being inspired by Corridor Digital.....I'm pretty bummed that even these guys cant get taken seriously....Id kill to have a channel like there's...Something is really wrong with the industry my friend.

[@ShutterAuthority]

Super exciting! Good luck guys!

[@movieman925]

you guys are incredible, been watching for over a decade , learning, you help me shape my own career

[@MrStrangeSensation]

Glad you guys are making your own path. I'll be subscribing for sure, love your content ✌🏼