Technology remains the primary catalyst for changes in popular media. The "streaming wars" over the past decade completely revolutionized film and television consumption, prioritizing on-demand access and binge-watching over scheduled linear television.
The studio maintains a niche but dedicated audience, catering to viewers who prioritize visual fidelity and artistic cinematography over mass-produced content.
In the digital age, such naming conventions help content aggregators, media servers, and users efficiently organize their libraries. But beneath this technical surface lies a carefully produced piece of entertainment.