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Seinfeld explained that filmmaking no longer occupies the central position in society that it once did. Unlike decades past when blockbuster releases sparked nationwide discussion and cultural engagement, today’s society is overwhelmed with a constant stream of content—ranging from social media platforms to podcasts—that has supplanted movies as the primary source of entertainment.
The Cultural Shift Away from Movies
Seinfeld pointed out that the pinnacle of cultural relevance once rested with cinemas. If a film succeeded, it was a shared societal event—people quoted lines, discussed plot points, and it became a part of collective consciousness. Now, however, that phenomenon has dwindled, replaced by a global environment characterized by confusion and disorientation.