Netflix’s playback speed test feature invites backlash from Hollywood filmmakers

LOS ANGELES : Prominent Hollywood filmmakers, including Judd Apatow and Brad Bird, are against Netflix’s new test feature on its platform that enables the user to alter the playback speed of films and series.

Many Android phones users have noticed the feature on their Netflix app that allows them to rush through a film or a series. It provides the playback speeds of 0.5x, 0.75x, 1.0x, 1.25x and 1.5x.

Apatow reacted angrily to the news of the new feature and tweeted a threat to the streamer.”Don’t make me have to call every director and show creator on Earth to fight you on this. Save me the time. I will win but it will take a ton of time. Don’t f**k with our timing. We give you nice things.