I wonder to what extent that was also true with BET, which is an obviously extremely successful outcome. (Maybe I’m just chicken.)
Again, best of luck; this seems like a really smart idea and has a team that’s got very relevant experience on at least the tech side of the house.
One, Netflix has to worry about competing with a lot of other major players, while also being profitable going forward, so they really can't over-spend on an audience that is likely underrepresented among their customer base relative to the global population.
And two, we think focus is big. Serving just one audience means we can do more things with content and product that Netflix couldn't do because black people are a small percentage of their base (not to mention the possible alienation as evidenced by this thread). Media is probably the industry where serving "niches" has proven the most worthwhile. We hope to follow in that trend!
Really would love a modern day family show that is relatable and shows a successful family. Not too far fetched, but real like the set of Cosby show with the kitchen room and living room was relatable to me. Before moving to America my family with 5+ people lives in two rooms that were like 12x12. I’ve tried watching shows like Modern Family and they just don’t really carry the same weight IMO. Too rich or fake seeming.
Good luck
> Deshawn Brown 1 year ago If you think about.. Huey is actually right. Im black. And i think bet only breeds arrogance and ignorance.