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What Does It Mean to Own a Film
A short survey about film, streaming and digital ownership
Section 1
1. Which of the following describe you?
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(select all that apply)
I collect physical media (DVDs, Blu-rays, 4K discs, vinyl, books, etc.)
I enjoy owning films, music, books or other media I care about
I actively seek out rare, restored or hard-to-find films
I regularly rewatch my favourite films
I like having a personal collection of things I've discovered and loved
I support independent filmmakers or artists
I mostly prefer streaming/subscription services
I don't identify with any of these
2. How many streaming subscriptions do you currently pay for?
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A
0
B
1–2
C
3–4
D
5+
3. Thinking more broadly, as a society, we have shifted from owning things to paying for access to them through subscriptions and digital services. How do you feel about this shift?
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A
I strongly prefer access
B
I generally prefer access
C
I don't have a preference
D
I generally prefer ownership
E
I strongly prefer ownership
F
It depends on what the thing is
4. Are there things in your life that you would specifically prefer to own rather than simply have access to? What are they, and why?
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