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I don't pirate (out of principle), but I also basically don't stream because I'm a Linux user and your streaming platforms suck big fat ones.

If you want people to "stop stealing our shit", you should really address how crappy the distribution system is.

- Can't get it in __ country

- Can only watch it on __ closed-source devices

- Can't watch it offline

- A is only available on platform 1, B is only on platform 2, and I don't want either crappy platform

Anyway, as I said, I don't really watch movies much anymore, and haven't seen any of the ones on your IMDB page, I mostly play games or read books these days, but I'd probably watch more if the distribution system was better.



This is a valid complaint. I would tell you that on the many streaming services available for free like youtube, vimeo, etc. There is probably a small filmmaker who is making the type of show you enjoy. Finding them, providing value by first clicks and shares and eventually with income as they grow will encourage more filmmakers to make things you like.


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- Can't get it with subtitles/dub in _ language




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