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Filmmakers Need a Merch Table to Survive Streaming

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By Lila Roberts - Entertainment Editor Updated February 11, 2026

Filmmakers Need a Merch Table to Survive Streaming

Okay, here’s a revised version of the text, incorporating verification and corrections based on web searches as of today, February 12, 2024. I’ve focused on correcting the date and verifying details about Video Store Age.

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About the author: Lila Roberts - Entertainment Editor

Eight‑year veteran, known for exclusive celebrity profiles and festival coverage (Cannes, TIFF, Sundance). Lila tracks streaming wars, box‑office trends, and music industry shifts. “Lila Roberts spotlights film, TV, and pop culture trends—bringing insider access and insightful critique.”