I'm kinda stoked that "Merv" is finally getting released on Prime Video
, but I gotta say, 11 years is a long time for a movie to be in development. It's like, how do you keep the creative juices flowing when you're not working on something?
Baer must have been super patient and dedicated to his project to see it through.
I'm also intrigued by how Baer got the greenlight - I mean, having faith in your instincts is one thing, but also having the right connections can make all the difference.
It's interesting to hear that he was able to secure Zooey Deschanel and Charlie Cox for the lead roles, they do have great chemistry.
The changing landscape of Hollywood is wild, though - with Amazon acquiring MGM, it's like a whole new ball game
️. Baer seems to be taking it in stride, but I'm curious to see how he navigates this new world. One thing for sure, the rise of streaming has changed everything.
I do wonder what the future holds for Warner Bros., though - losing Netflix and Paramount as bidders is a big deal
. Baer's personal connection to the studio makes it more interesting to hear his thoughts on the matter. It'll be cool to see how the industry continues to evolve, but I'm also gonna miss the thrill of going to the movies in theaters
and i'm like wow that's some wild stuff 11 years of production is crazy who else is ready for another zooey deschanel rom com 
anyways the thing is its not just about the budget or stars attached its about having faith in your instincts as an indie producer baer's got a point we're living in a time where streaming has changed the game so much i mean have you seen the latest from netflix and paramount? 
it feels like they're bidding on warner bros just to change ownership lol anyway gotta give props to amazon for taking a chance on "Merv" can't wait to see it drop on prime video on dec 10! 
https://www.amazon.com/Merv
. I mean, 11 years from script to release? That's dedication! The fact that Matt Baer held out for bigger stars like Zooey Deschanel and Charlie Cox really pays off in the end. Their chemistry is undeniable 
. It's also interesting how Baer thinks the timing of the film's release was a big factor in its success. Family-friendly holiday movies are always a hit 
. But, you know, the industry has changed so much lately... I think it's all about being flexible and open to new opportunities 
. Producers gotta be willing to take risks and trust their instincts 
. Fingers crossed they're all hits! 
I think its kinda wild that "Merv" got picked up after 11 yrs of waiting lol, like patience is a virtue for indie producers right? 
Baer's gotta be super proud of himself for sticking with his gut on the script and assembling an amazing cast. Zooey & Charlie Cox are total dream leads 
. I mean, 11 years waiting for a film to come to life? That's dedication 
. He didn't let skepticism get him down and still managed to secure big-name stars like Zooey Deschanel and Charlie Cox 
. As for theatrical releases vs streaming, I think Baer's got it right - producers gotta adapt to the new landscape 
. It's not easy, but with four projects underway and three more in development, he's still pushing forward with his vision 
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. I mean, 11 years is a long time, but it's clear Matt Baer had faith in the script and his instincts are pretty spot on. The casting of Zooey Deschanel and Charlie Cox is also a win – they've got great chemistry on screen 
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. He's not afraid to take risks and adapt to new circumstances, which is super refreshing. And I love that he's focusing on finding quality scripts rather than just chasing trends 
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