365 - Indie Talk Takeover | Reinventing the Movie Business with Blockchain: The Future of Independent Film Financing, DAO’s and Smart Contracts | Chris J. Davis - Former WordPress Maverick & Film.io Co-Founder & CTO

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A few corrections from episode 364:

• Charlton Heston was in Ben Hur - but not as a primary actor. He was in a scene in which he rode a horse. 
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In this episode, Chris and Nick discuss blockchain technology and its potential applications in the film industry with Chris J. Davis, Co-Founder and CTO of Film.io.

 

We also talk about… 

 

• Chris J. Davis explains his vision for using blockchain to democratize film financing and distribution by bringing fans, creators, and investors together on one platform.
• The conversation explores the history of blockchain in film, including the first movie released and purchased with cryptocurrency.
• Potential future applications of NFTs and smart contracts for additional content, rewards programs, and independent verification of project support are discussed.
• Challenges of regaining public trust after past blockchain hype and issues are addressed.
• Possibilities that major studios like Disney may adopt blockchain-based models to enhance fan engagement and monetization of ancillary content are considered. 
• And, an all-new Things We Should Know from Producer Papa Bear.

 

Enjoy! 

 

 

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