The Last Blockbuster
| Industry | Video rental |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Bend , United States |
The Last Blockbuster is a documentary from 2020 that centers on the final remaining Blockbuster LLC store, situated in Bend, Oregon.[1] The film was distributed by 1091 Pictures and premiered on December 15, 2020.
Synopsis
This documentary chronicles the ascent and decline of Blockbuster Video, a dominant video rental chain throughout the 1990s. It investigates how Blockbuster outcompeted smaller independent video rental outlets by securing revenue-sharing agreements with film studios, enabling the company to negotiate reduced prices in return for a percentage of rental income. The narrative further examines the factors behind Blockbuster's downfall, including ineffective management and the impact of the 2008 financial crisis. Additionally, the film highlights the operational strategy and ongoing endurance of the last surviving Blockbuster location in Bend, Oregon.[1]Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; refs with no name must have contentCite error: Invalid <ref> tag; refs with no name must have contentCite error: Invalid <ref> tag; refs with no name must have contentCite error: Invalid <ref> tag; refs with no name must have content
Cast
The documentary centers around Sandi Harding, who serves as the general manager of the final remaining Blockbuster store, chronicling her experience over several years. Filmmaker and actor Kevin Smith, known for directing Clerks, shares insights on the types of enterprises that Blockbuster displaced and how they influenced his first feature film. Additional participants featured in interviews include Adam Brody, Samm Levine, Ron Funches, Paul Scheer, Doug Benson, James Arnold Taylor, Jamie Kennedy, and Brian Posehn.
Reception
According to the review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the film has garnered an approval rating of Template:RT data from Template:RT data critics, with an average score of Template:RT data. The site's summary states, "Modest yet enjoyable, The Last Blockbuster offers little new insight into the decline of video rental stores but will appeal to nostalgic viewers seeking light entertainment." On Metacritic, the movie received a score of 59, reflecting "mixed or average" critical responses.
See also
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- All Things Must Pass: The Rise and Fall of Tower Records, a documentary released in 2015
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