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Entertainment

LEARNING PLAN

Entertainment

The entertainment industry has transformed dramatically with streaming, social media, and digital distribution creating unprecedented opportunities for creators and professionals. This learning plan equips aspiring entertainers, content creators, and industry professionals with both the creative foundations and business acumen needed to thrive in today's rapidly evolving entertainment landscape.

ByCommunity User
2 h 38 m
12 coursesUpdated 5 days ago
Scandals of Classic HollywoodThe Big PictureThe Evolution of Cinema12 sources

How This Learning Plan Was Made

This plan was crafted by BeFreed’s proprietary AI to help you learn Entertainment with ease. It is curated from in-depth research on the topic and structured around the most effective learning journeys proven by BeFreed users.

Each episode delivers bite-sized, high-impact lessons distilled from world-class sources — bestselling books, research papers, and expert insights. Together, they form a sophisticated yet accessible path to mastering Entertainment.

What You'll Learn

  • Understand how the entertainment industry evolved from Hollywood's golden age to today's streaming-dominated landscape
  • Master storytelling fundamentals including narrative structure, character development, and emotional resonance that drive successful films and TV shows
  • Gain insider knowledge of entertainment business dynamics, from music industry economics to Hollywood deal-making strategies
  • Learn practical skills for creating, producing, and marketing content in the modern digital entertainment ecosystem
  • Develop the strategic knowledge needed to build and navigate a successful career in show business

Explore the history, structure, and business of the entertainment industry from Hollywood's golden age to today's streaming revolution, gaining insight into how this complex ecosystem operates.

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Scandals of Classic Hollywood

Uncover the juicy secrets and scandals of Hollywood's Golden Age stars in this entertaining and informative cultural history.

10 m
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The Big Picture

An insider's look at Hollywood's seismic shift, revealing how franchises and streaming are reshaping the film industry's landscape.

8 m
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Cinema SpeculationMaking MoviesGirls on FilmThe Big Picture
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The Evolution of Cinema

From early viewers terrified by footage of arriving trains to today's CGI blockbusters, this episode traces film's remarkable journey as an art form and industry that has constantly reinvented itself over the past century.

27 m

Master the fundamental principles of compelling narrative craft—from structure to character to emotional resonance—that power every successful film, TV show, and creative work.

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Story: Substance, Structure, Style and the Principles of Screenwriting

A masterful guide to crafting compelling narratives, exploring the art and science of storytelling for aspiring screenwriters and storytellers.

9 m
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The Anatomy of Story

A comprehensive guide to crafting compelling narratives, offering 22 steps to master storytelling for screenwriters and novelists alike.

10 m
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Storytelling Secrets Across All Mediums

Discover the universal principles that make great stories captivate audiences, whether you're creating podcasts, TV shows, or any content. Learn from legends and build authentic connections.

14 m

Dive deep into the business side of entertainment—from music industry economics to Hollywood deal-making—and learn what it takes to build a successful career in show business.

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Ta-Ra-Ra-Boom-De-Ay: The Dodgy Business of Popular Music

A revealing exposé of the music industry's dark underbelly, chronicling scandals, scams, and shady dealings throughout pop history.

9 m
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When I Stop Talking, You'll Know I'm Dead

Jerry Weintraub's witty, wise chronicle of his legendary career in Hollywood and beyond.

8 m
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Hollywood's Creative Death: The Harsh Truth

Nia and Jackson expose how algorithms, Wall Street, and IP obsession have killed originality in entertainment. A brutally honest look at why every movie feels the same and how to fight back.

18 m

Learn practical strategies for creating, producing, and marketing entertainment content in today's digital-first world, from independent music careers to streaming success stories.

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That Will Never Work

Marc Randolph's Netflix founding story

9 m
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How To Make It in the New Music Business

A comprehensive guide for independent musicians navigating the modern music industry, covering everything from marketing to monetization.

9 m
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Music Production Revolution: DIY Success Stories

Explore how bedroom producers are earning millions while major labels fail. Discover practical techniques for songwriting, home studio setup, and building sustainable music careers in the democratized digital age.

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