Poll Suggestion: From Melies to Streaming: The Eras of Film History

Cinema has evolved through several major eras shaped by technology, culture, and industry. From the silent film imagination of Georges Méliès, through the classical studio era of Alfred Hitchcock, to the creative revolution of New Hollywood with filmmakers like Martin Scorsese, each period reshaped what movies could be. The blockbuster age of directors like Steven Spielberg and the digital revolution further transformed cinema. Today, streaming platforms such as Netflix, Apple and Amazon Prime continue to change how audiences discover and watch films. The time spans used here differ slightly from those suggested by Bordwell and Thompson to better highlight later developments such as blockbusters, digital production, and streaming platforms. Which of these eras do you find the most interesting or influential? Share your thoughts here.