# Game Console Film Premieres This British Indie Film is the First to Launch on Xbox By Andrew Sztein | Published 2013-03-07 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/british-indie-film References: [laughingsquid](http://laughingsquid.com/pulp-the-first-film-to-premiere-exclusively-on-xbox/) & [pulpthemovie](http://www.pulpthemovie.com/) Lest you think that Xbox Live is only for Call of Duty playing and downloading games, here’s a British indie film that will change your perception of the online service. ‘Pulp: The Movie’ is the first film that has its premiere exclusively on a game console’s online service, lending a lot of credence to the service as an entire entertainment package that goes beyond gaming. The British indie film deals with a plot similar to that of Superbad; a group of nerds, including a comic book writer, get embroiled in a plot larger than any of them when they’re recruited by police to help stop a money laundering scheme. If the trailer is anything to go by, there’s plenty of dry British wit and ribald humor to be found throughout. Anyone with an [Xbox Live account](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xcloud-game-library) can check out the movie, which isn’t available anywhere else yet. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Gaming-entertainment Convergence:** The premiere of 'Pulp: The Movie' on Xbox Live showcases the trend of game consoles expanding into the realm of entertainment content. - **Exclusive Online Premieres:** The exclusive premiere of 'Pulp: The Movie' on Xbox Live highlights the trend of films debuting on digital platforms before traditional theaters. - **Indie Films on Gaming Platforms:** The release of 'Pulp: The Movie' on Xbox Live demonstrates the trend of independent films leveraging gaming platforms for distribution. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Film Distribution:** The exclusive online premiere of 'Pulp: The Movie' on Xbox Live presents opportunities for film distribution companies to explore digital platforms as a viable channel for movie releases. - **Gaming Entertainment:** The convergence of gaming and entertainment, exemplified by the premiere of 'Pulp: The Movie' on Xbox Live, presents opportunities for companies operating in the gaming entertainment industry to offer a diverse range of content. - **Digital Streaming Platforms:** The emergence of indie films being released on gaming platforms, like 'Pulp: The Movie' on Xbox Live, highlights the potential for digital streaming platforms to expand their catalog and attract new audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cinematic Video Game Spots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/droga5s-wake-up.md) - [Cartoon-Branded Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-the-hedgehog-xbox.md) - [Comic-Inspired Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xmen-97-xbox.md) - [Experimental Film Motels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountain-dew-borderlands-motel.md) - [Popcorn Dispenser Billboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popcorn-dispenser-billboard.md) - [Game-Streaming Television Applications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-tv-app.md) - [Celebrity-Branded Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roy-woods-capsule-collection.md) - [Shooter Game Console Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragpunk.md) - [Game-Movie Bundles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uncharted-movie.md)