HBO's Turbulent Transition
Fear loomed within HBO as AT&T's chaotic ownership led to uncertainty and a pivotal shift in strategy. Amidst regulatory challenges and a pandemic, HBO's leadership made bold decisions, like prioritizing HBO Max over theatrical releases, which ultimately sparked significant growth. However, the cost of these tough choices was high, leading to the ousting of key figures who implemented them.In this clip
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How HBO’s creatives survived corporate chaos
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