Searchlight’s Matthew Greenfield On Getting People Into Movie Theaters & Finding New Talent On YouTube — TIFF: The Market

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What happened

Searchlight Pictures boss Matthew Greenfield broke down how YouTube has become fertile ground for finding new stories and filmmakers.

Key facts

  • Reported by Deadline and published Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:35:00 UTC.

Why it matters

Release schedules, box office and industry deals show where audience attention and studio money are moving next.

What to watch next

  • Confirmed release or premiere dates
  • Opening figures and audience reception
  • Follow-on deals or casting announcements

Coverage timeline

When each newsroom published on this story, oldest first — all times UTC.

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