The Democratization of Horror: How YouTube Is Changing the Game for Emerging Filmmakers The notion that you need a place at the industry's table to succeed has been debunked by a new generation of filmmakers who are using YouTube to create and distribute their work.
Director and producer James Wan, known for his successful horror franchises, is a key proponent of this shift.
Wan's own career was launched with the short film that became "Saw," made on a shoestring budget without major studio or network backing.