Netflix deals at Sundance don’t make economic sense, they don’t have to
I enjoy watching established players in industries that have exhibited decades of abusive behavior toward independent artists and consumers get stomped on by the new Internet economy. It&#x27;s not that I necessarily think that in the end Amazon and Netflix will treat creators or consumers any better than Hollywood, though they might, it&#x27;s hard to know yet. But, I think seeing the movie industry and the music industry (in particular, the music industry) kicked in the damned teeth until they cry for mercy is downright hilarious.<p>Hollywood thinks they have money and power...until an Apple, or Google, or Amazon comes along and shows them what real economic clout looks like. Again, it may not end up better for creative folks or consumers, but it sure is funny while it&#x27;s shaking out.