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MacDirectory 51 INFOGRAPHIC Alfonso Cuarón's Roma may just be its ticket to ride … great reviews and eye- watering photography. The Oscar-winning director of Gravity is a Spanish-language story about child-care workers in Mexico in the '70s and covers all of the bases – race, class, feminism and U.S.-Mexico relations. Roma's Oscar race is a melodrama all by itself because Netflix lusts for industry recognition, even as it dislikes the conventional movie business. The feeling is a little bit mutual, but studios are still happy to have Netflix pay them to produce their streaming offerings. This go-around, Netflix is even considering a limited theatrical release (one of the selection criteria) while still placing special emphasis on its streaming subscribers. Cuarón feels Netflix is getting an unfair rap in this issue. "Everyone focuses on Netflix, but no one looks at the other side: t he First, Bob Igor cut Netflix and ended the streaming relationship saying they were going to set up their own DTC channel. Igor has a rich library and a solid set of studio efforts that we're certain folks around the globe would like to have sent direct to them. In addition, he and his team live and breathe content … and technology. Not Just Kids – Disney Life will have content that appeals to everyone – Marvel heroes, animated series and dramas as well exhibitors," he said, referring to the industry term for theater owners. "They're living in the '90s. They need to be in the present." If Roma can take home an Oscar, it opens the door for other filmmakers and stars who want to be in contention for an Oscar but still want to work outside Hollywood's conventional studios. In addition, Netflix has two other Oscar contenders – The Ballad of Buster Scruggs and 22 July. But one of the '90s folks is more than ready, willing and able to be in the present! Disney came to play. Mouse that Roars – With the acquisition of 20th Century Fox, Disney becomes that big kid on the Hollywood block as it cuts its relationship with Netflix. Disney Life will go over the top DTC with one of the richest, broadest content libraries you'll see plus a roster of new work in development. as fresh and refreshed content for the whole family. And Igor promises a very reasonable monthly cost. And come on, who doesn't like Mickey, Bambi, Snow White and the Marvel crusaders? To prove he was serious, Igor scooped up 21st Century Fox entertainment. The move doubles Disney's size/clout and gives it enough content and international assets to attract subscribers … everywhere. Combined, the company owns 7 out of 10 highest- grossing films and accounts for roughly one-third of the U.S. studios revenues. Global Reach – With an annual offering of tentpole films and content being produced around the globe, the addition of 20th Century Fox to the Disney library becomes a major factor in the growing OTT industry. The big question is, what happens to Hulu? It's a great streamer with a strong following and a steady focus on what viewers want.