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There should be more live-action kids' movies these days. Here's why.
Hollywood's focus on animated films leaves kids missing out on live-action experiences.
The nostalgia for cherished live-action films from childhood highlights the overabundance of animated movies today.
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Hollywood continues to operate from a position of fear, resulting in a lack of original films and an emphasis on sequels and reboots.
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Robert Laemmle influenced independent cinema and managed a prominent family-run theater chain in Los Angeles, leaving a lasting legacy upon his death.
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Modern cinema struggles with impactful conclusions compared to the past, demonstrating a trend toward forgettable endings in sequels.
The distinctiveness of film endings is diminishing as studios favor series and sequels over standalone narratives.
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