James Cameron opposed to Warner Bros. takeover by Netflix
“Maybe I’m a dinosaur…” The filmmaker’s opinion on the possible merger of the studio with the number 1 in streaming.
She’s a voice that counts in Hollywood.
Director of the biggest hits in the history of cinema, Titanic has AvatarJames Cameron made the studios billions. So his opinion on the future of Warner Bros. will perhaps weigh in the balance.
And for Cameron, the acquisition of Warner Bros. by Netflix is not a good idea, and could even have lasting and negative consequences on the cinema experience. In a recent interview with Deadlinethe Oscar-winning filmmaker expressed his concerns about the future of the big screen amid the rise of streaming.
According to Cameron, Netflix is looking to “replace the room” : despite helping directors like Guillermo del Toro maintain a foothold in cinema distribution, the streaming giant is reportedly aiming to supplant traditional cinema.
“Maybe I’m a dinosaur, but there’s something sacred about the movie experience,” he says, pleading for the preservation of the rooms.
However, he hopes that Netflix could review its strategy, in the event of a validated acquisition of Warner Bros. and then responsible for the survival of the cinema model:
“It will get better, but I am determined to ensure that the indoor experience continues. That’s why I make films.”
The director also recalls the importance of discovering his films as Avatar: Of Fire and Ashes on the big screen and in 3D. And for good reason: “As soon as you put a remote on to pause, you lose half the impact.”
The third part ofAvatar is expected in theaters this Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
