Platforms and New Drama: Shifts in Performance and the Boundaries of Freedom

The film and television industry is undergoing a profound transformation with the rise of digital platforms and shifting patterns of viewing and production. Actors are no longer confined to a traditional, limited system of channels; instead, they have become part of an open, borderless market that reaches diverse audiences across different cultures.
This panel explores the impact of this shift on actors’ performances and career choices, as well as on the nature of scripts and roles being offered, and the extent to which artistic freedom is expanding or narrowing. It also examines the evolving relationship between actors and their audiences, and the balance between artistic presence and digital image in an age defined by speed and instant visibility.