"Dan Lin's Mission: Elevating Netflix's Movie Lineup"
Dan Lin, known for producing hits like "The Lego Movie" and "It," has left his 16-year-old production company, Rideback, to become the head of Netflix's film division. Despite Netflix's stability and vast consumer base, Lin faces the challenge of elevating the quality of the streaming giant's movies and navigating corporate politics. His reputation for spinning popular film franchises out of unlikely material and his frugal approach to film production make him a valuable addition to Netflix. However, he will need to adjust to a more corporate role and the pressure of overseeing an entire film slate.
