# Era-Ending Documentaries 'All Things Must Pass' Looks at the Rise & Fall of a Musical Institution By Christopher DeLuca | Published 2011-06-14 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-things-must-pass References: [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1280611212/all-things-must-pass-the-rise-and-fall-of-tower-re?ref=spotlight) & [facebook](http://www.facebook.com/pages/Tower-Records-Documentary/150978738296041) All Things Must Pass is a brilliant idea for a documentary about the rise and fall of Tower Records. For those unfamiliar, Tower Records was a pre-digital institution for purchasing music. With the emergence of iTunes and [Amazon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/good-night-oppy) in the wake of [Napster](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drought-x-napster) changing the entire industry, Tower Records was forced to close its doors. All Things Must Pass is a project that was launched on the [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brick-my-world) website by Colin Hanks (Tom Hanks' son). From watching the pitch it seems highly likely that the final result will be a nostalgic one. All Things Must Pass marks the end of era for a store but also for the acquisition of a tangible object. Considering becoming a backer on this doc to receive special gifts. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Documentary Revival:** There is a growing interest in films that explore the rise and fall of businesses and institutions, which could lead to new opportunities for documentaries that explore the behind-the-scenes of various industries. - **Shift in Consumer Habits:** The rise of digital has caused a shift in the way consumers purchase and consume media, creating opportunities for businesses to adapt and embrace new technologies. - **Nostalgia Marketing:** Consumers are increasingly drawn to products and experiences that evoke a sense of nostalgia, offering an opportunity for businesses to tap into the emotional connection consumers have with the past. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Film and Entertainment:** As the demand for documentaries grows, there is a growing opportunity for filmmakers and production companies to explore new stories and subjects that delve into the rise and fall of businesses and industries. - **Music and Media:** The shift towards digital media consumption has disrupted industries such as music and media, creating new opportunities for businesses to innovate and adapt to changing consumer habits. - **Retail:** As the All Things Must Pass documentary demonstrates, the rise of digital has had a significant impact on the retail industry, creating opportunities for brick-and-mortar stores to innovate and adapt to changing consumer habits. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Metal Icon Documentary Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gibson-films.md) - [Blockish Music Tour Posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ideas-eras-tour-poster.md) - [Nostalgic Film-Retail Speakeasies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blockbuster.md) - [Legacy Artist-Themed T-Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gap-1.md) - [Puzzle Animated Biopic Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piece-by-piece-trailer.md) - [Album-Centric Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bandlab-x-d4vd.md) - [Millennium Technology Capsule Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drought-x-napster.md) - [Iconic Game Thriller Films](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetris-1.md) - [Nostalgic Music Discovery Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nostalgic-music-discovery-app.md)