Are Audiences Actually Influenced By Oscar Nominations?

The transcript discusses the impact of Oscar nominations on streaming platforms and box office revenues. While platforms like Netflix don't release viewership data, others like Fandango Now show increased sales for nominated films. Joker, for instance, saw a significant revenue boost post-nomination. Streaming services like Amazon Prime and Google Play also leverage nominations to attract viewers. However, experts remain divided on the overall influence of awards, with surveys indicating that only a small percentage of viewers rely on award buzz to choose what to watch.

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