News of the Day

I was just reflecting on the news of the day.

Netflix stays Netflix
The folks at Netflix realized what a terrible idea it was to split the company and decided to leave the company as is. It just makes sense. Unlike many people, I understood the need to raise prices. Yes, it was essentially a sixty percent increase on the same product they've been providing, but even at their current price it is a bargain compared to the old fashioned rental system of yesteryear. Redbox is edging in on Netflix's market, but what Redbox lacks is convenience and live-streaming. The Qwikster controversy had me questioning Netflix's decision-making because they ignored the convenience and efficiency of the one site. In the articles I've read, I've seen no mention of the game rentals that were mentioned as part of Qwikster. I imagine Netflix will continue down that path, but don't be surprised if there is another plan offered for games.

R-Rated Wolverine
I think this would be fantastic, but it will never happen. This is all talk from Hugh Jackman during press junkets for Real Steel. The studio, who holds the majority of the decision making power, would not waste money on an R-rated release especially after the initial failure of Wolverine Origins. An R-rated version on Blu-Ray and DVD would be possible, but it wouldn't be able to change too much. Probably just more graphic violence and some added cursing.