Todd Phillips calls for theaters to ditch pre-movie ads, saying audiences already paid for their seats

​The ‘Empire’ interview also included opinions from other filmmakers on changes in the industry. Sean Baker, director of the acclaimed ‘Anora’, voiced his disappointment over the shift toward digital cinematography and the increasing dominance of streaming. Meanwhile, ‘Freaks and Geeks’ creator Paul Feig shared a contrasting view, praising streaming platforms for their expanding role in the industry, which he believes has created more opportunities for filmmakers and storytelling.