GoMovies was a movie channel (in my Roblox universe). The channel closed on 4th August 2024 to be replaced by OPENchannel (based off Open-chan, the mascot from 7/11 Taiwain)

The final movie was Raiders of the Lost Ark

Well, that was the last film on GoMovies. It’s been almost four-and-a-half years since we first went to air and during that time, we’ve shown over 4,000 films. We hope you’ve enjoyed watching them as much as we’ve enjoyed showing them. So, from our director of programmes, George McKee, myself, Fiona Goldman, and all the team here at GoMovies, it’s been a great pleasure and thank you for having been with us. Now, all we have to do is pick up the popcorn and turn off the lights.

Then they aired a montage of scenes and quotes from all the films they showed, to the tune of Alice Faye’s “You’ll Never Know” which was regularly being shown on the channel during its final two weeks on the air. The farewell montage concluded with the last words ever heard on the channel:

GoMovies thanks all our viewers for tuning in over the last four years. We hope you’ve enjoyed watching the films as much as we’ve enjoyed bringing them to you.

The final image shown was a movie theatre screen curtain (one of the many icons of movie places during the Golden Age of Hollywood) closing, revealing (for the final time) the GoMovies logo. The screen faded to black moments later. Write a forum convo during the final moment, asking if the shutdown was due to the Roblox Government’s taxes
Forum Posts:

User: MovieLover99
Posted on August 4, 2024, 10:30 PM

Hey everyone, I can’t believe GoMovies is shutting down right now. Just watched their final film, Raiders of the Lost Ark. Does anyone know if the shutdown had something to do with the Roblox Government’s taxes?

User: CinemaBuff82
Posted on August 4, 2024, 10:35 PM

I was wondering the same thing, MovieLover99. It seems like such a sudden decision. I’ve heard rumors that the taxes imposed on media channels have been quite high lately. Could that be why?

User: RetroFan23
Posted on August 4, 2024, 10:40 PM

It’s very possible. I read somewhere a while back that several smaller channels were struggling because of the increased taxes. GoMovies might have been affected too. Anyone else have more info?

User: FilmGeek73
Posted on August 4, 2024, 10:45 PM

Yeah, I’ve been following the news about the Roblox Government’s tax hikes on media and entertainment channels. It’s really hit the smaller channels hard. GoMovies probably decided it wasn’t worth continuing under the financial strain. It’s a shame, really. They showed some great films.

User: NostalgiaNerd
Posted on August 4, 2024, 10:50 PM

I’ll miss them for sure. But the taxes aren’t the only reason. From what I gathered, they were also facing stiff competition from streaming services and other entertainment options in Roblox. It’s tough for traditional channels to keep up these days.

User: PopcornLover2
Posted on August 4, 2024, 10:55 PM

True, NostalgiaNerd. The farewell message seemed so heartfelt. They’ve given us so many good memories over the past four years. I hope OPENchannel will bring some of the same magic that GoMovies did.

User: FilmJunkie
Posted on August 4, 2024, 11:00 PM

Yeah, that farewell montage was touching. It’s sad to see them go, but perhaps it’s a sign of changing times. It’s hard to compete with the convenience of streaming services. Let’s give OPENchannel a chance. Who knows, maybe they will surprise us!

User: ClassicCinemaFan
Posted on August 4, 2024, 11:05 PM

Agreed, FilmJunkie. It’s the end of an era, but also the beginning of a new one. Hopefully, OPENchannel will have something unique to offer. But I’ll always have a soft spot for GoMovies. They did a fantastic job.
Write a convo saying the content will mainly be general entertainment, also shows that have been dropped from other channels (such as whatever show doesn’t make it big on Bravo or something)
Forum Posts:

User: MovieLover99
Posted on August 4, 2024, 11:15 PM

So, anyone have any idea what kind of content OPENchannel will be airing now that GoMovies is shutting down?

User: CinemaBuff82
Posted on August 4, 2024, 11:20 PM

From what I’ve heard, OPENchannel will mainly focus on general entertainment. They’re also planning to pick up shows that have been dropped from other channels. It might be a mix of everything.

User: RetroFan23
Posted on August 4, 2024, 11:25 PM

That’s interesting. So, we might see some shows that didn’t make it big on channels like Bravo end up on OPENchannel? Could be a great way for some underrated programs to find a new audience.

User: FilmGeek73
Posted on August 4, 2024, 11:30 PM

Exactly, RetroFan23. OPENchannel is aiming to be a second chance network. Shows that got canceled early or didn’t attract huge audiences could get a new lease on life there. It could become a hidden gem for discovering great but overlooked content.

User: NostalgiaNerd
Posted on August 4, 2024, 11:35 PM

Sounds promising. I’m always on the lookout for shows that didn’t get a fair shot on their original channels. Plus, general entertainment means there’ll probably be something for everyone.

User: PopcornLover2
Posted on August 4, 2024, 11:40 PM

I’m curious to see how this plays out. General entertainment could cover a lot of ground. Maybe they’ll even bring back some classics that haven’t been aired in a while.

User: FilmJunkie
Posted on August 4, 2024, 11:45 PM

Definitely. I think the concept of picking up shows from other channels is smart. There are so many good series that get dropped before they reach their potential. This could make OPENchannel a go-to spot for finding those hidden gems.

User: ClassicCinemaFan
Posted on August 4, 2024, 11:50 PM

And who knows, maybe some of the shows that open channel picks up could become cult favorites thanks to the new exposure. This could be a positive move for all those underappreciated shows out there.

User: MovieLover99
Posted on August 4, 2024, 11:55 PM

Thanks for the info, everyone! A mix of general entertainment and second-chance shows actually sounds pretty good. I’ll miss GoMovies for sure, but I’m excited to see what OPENchannel brings to the table.
Write a convo asking what they’ve been doing for the past hour, Countdown, image of mascot, nothing, looping the farewell video?
Forum Posts:

User: MovieLover99
Posted on August 4, 2024, 11:55 PM

Hey everyone, did anyone see what GoMovies has been doing for the past hour after the final farewell? I turned off my TV right after the farewell video. Did they just go dark or was there something else?

User: CinemaBuff82
Posted on August 5, 2024, 12:00 AM

I’ve been wondering about that too. I kept the channel on for a bit, but then I had to step out. When I came back, it was just a black screen. Did anyone catch what happened in between?

User: RetroFan23
Posted on August 5, 2024, 12:05 AM

Yes, I kept watching. Right after the farewell video, they aired a countdown timer. It was counting down to midnight, but just about half an hour ago, it switched to an image of their mascot, Open-chan. Not sure what it’s doing now, though.

User: FilmGeek73
Posted on August 5, 2024, 12:10 AM

That’s interesting, RetroFan23. I checked in a few minutes ago and it was just looping the farewell video. Maybe they’re rotating between a few different things before they officially switch over?

User: NostalgiaNerd
Posted on August 5, 2024, 12:15 AM

Yeah, I saw that too. They seem to be looping the farewell video every so often. There were moments where nothing was on screen except for a black screen, and occasionally it showed Open-chan. Probably just trying to fill the time until the official switch to OPENchannel.

User: PopcornLover2
Posted on August 5, 2024, 12:20 AM

I noticed the same thing. It’s like they don’t want to just leave the screen blank, so they’re alternating content. I think they’re trying to keep viewers engaged until the new programming starts. I’m curious to see what happens when they hit midnight.

User: FilmJunkie
Posted on August 5, 2024, 12:25 AM

Same here. I’m betting they’ll do something special right at midnight to signify the changeover. Maybe a welcome video or something for OPENchannel. It would make sense to start with a bang.

User: ClassicCinemaFan
Posted on August 5, 2024, 12:30 AM

I hope they do something special. It feels like the end of an era but also an anticipation of something new. The way they’ve been handling it makes me think they have a plan for the switch.

User: MovieLover99
Posted on August 5, 2024, 12:35 AM

Thanks, everyone! I think I’ll keep the channel on and see what happens at midnight. It sounds like they’ve put some thought into this transition. Should be interesting to watch how it all unfolds.
Write a convo where they played the video again at 12:30, and it will just be this image again till 6, faded in just after the video faded out