Netflix Film Boss Says Streamer ‘Won’t Work With’ Directors ‘Who Still Want Theatrical’ and ‘We’ve Accepted’ That

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Netflix's film chief Dan Lin drew a line in the sand over theatrical releases, declaring the streamer 'won't work with' directors who insist on cinemas. The blunt stance contrasts sharply with Netflix's recent flexibility, the company green-lit a full theatrical run for Greta Gerwig's 'Narnia: The Magician's Nephew' and pursued a Warner Bros. acquisition partly to access movie theaters. Lin's ultimatum signals Netflix's pivot away from courting traditional Hollywood: accept streaming as your primary home, or find another partner.