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2021 Entertainment Content and Popular Media: The Year the Streamer Won and the World Returned

The Scarlett Johansson vs. Disney Lawsuit

As mentioned, the Black Widow lawsuit was the canary in the coal mine for talent vs. streaming economics. Johansson alleged Disney’s day-and-date release deprived her of backend box office bonuses. Disney countersued. The parties settled in October 2021 for an undisclosed amount (reportedly $40M+). It set a precedent: every A-list agent now requires streaming release clauses.

A Look Back: The Sony World Photography Awards 2021

The Sony World Photography Awards are one of the most prestigious photography competitions globally, celebrating the best contemporary photography from the past year. The 2021 edition was particularly notable for its diversity of storytelling and a historic controversy that sparked global conversation. xxxsonacom 2021

Here is a breakdown of the key winners and moments from the 2021 awards. 2021 Entertainment Content and Popular Media: The Year

The Anti-Work Movement in Media

From #DisneyWalkout (over the company’s response to Florida’s "Don’t Say Gay" bill—though the bill passed in 2022, the tensions built in 2021) to unionization drives at Vox Media and The New Yorker, 2021 saw media workers organizing. The National Labor Relations Board saw a surge in petitions. The Image: The photo features a girl floating

Album Drops in a No-Tour Era

Without full global touring, artists pivoted to immersive streaming experiences. Olivia Rodrigo’s SOUR was the defining pop album of 2021—a Gen Z breakup masterpiece that produced "drivers license" and "good 4 u." Meanwhile, Taylor Swift released Fearless (Taylor’s Version) and Red (Taylor’s Version), continuing her quest to own her masters. Adele returned with 30, and the single "Easy On Me" broke streaming records.

3. The Open Photographer of the Year

Winner: Anna A. B. (Germany)

In the Open competition (single image categories), Anna A. B. took the top prize for her striking portrait "Under the Wave."