Anime fans in Latin America were treated to an insane screening of Dragon Ball Super that brought the show to the streets of Ciudad Juárez, Morelos and El Salvador. The massive screening was streamed in stadiums, plazas and parks in each city and were done to commemorate the 130th episode of the iconic anime series. Fans flocked to these events, with the Ciudad Juárez event reportedly attracting over 10 thousand people.
The screening of Dragon Ball Super drew the attention of the anime's studio, Toei Animation, which had not authorized the events and issued a formal statement warning the legal issues behind non-authorized streaming platforms. Regardless, the cities have stood by their respective screenings and Ciudad Juárez has even reached out to the company to secure full authorization.
Public Anime Screenings
Dragon Ball Super Was Screened Across Latin America To Thousands of Fans
Trend Themes
1. Anime Screenings - Opportunity to organize large-scale public anime screenings in different cities to cater to the growing fandom and create unique experiences for fans.
2. Streaming Events - Emerging trend of streaming anime episodes in public spaces like stadiums, plazas, and parks to create a shared viewing experience among fans.
3. Unauthorized Content - Increasing challenges with unauthorized streaming platforms and the need for legal authorization and partnerships to ensure smooth operations and avoid legal complications.
Industry Implications
1. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can explore organizing public screenings of popular shows or movies to engage with fans and create memorable experiences.
2. Streaming Platforms - Streaming platforms can collaborate with local authorities and event organizers to provide authorized streaming services for public events and increase their user base.
3. Legal Services - Opportunity for legal services to help event organizers navigate the legal complexities of obtaining authorization for public screenings and avoid copyright infringement issues.