In the Area of Interests of Contemporary Youth – Films and TV Series

The aim of this article is to investigate the attitudes of contemporary youth toward films and television series as a domain of personal interest. Particular emphasis is placed on the assessment of film and series duration, as well as opinions regarding the pacing and stylistic characteristics of various genres and scenes. The article presents an analysis of responses collected from individuals aged 18 to 26, drawing upon their personal knowledge, experiences, and beliefs. In addition to a review of existing literature and publicly available reports, original research was conducted in the form of a survey. Key analytical concepts were defined, and the survey findings are presented and discussed. The analysis reveals a prevailing trend favoring television series over feature films, and portrays the modern young viewer as one who is especially receptive to fast-paced and dynamic content. Furthermore, the article examines the role of pacing within specific film genres. This study represents an attempt to explore the relationship between the contemporary technological environment and the evolving preferences of young audiences in the context of film consumption.