Good to the extent that it encourages appreciation of a broader spectrum of work, as opposed to being a marketing gimmick. Disposability is often considered a hallmark of contemporary culture. But decades ago the threads that make up popular culture were even thinner. Music made the hit parade and was forgotten. Toys were used and thrown out.
Society is still merciless to whole classifications of culture.
But there also is a significant following for what came before, and that market has resulted in the preservation and dissemination of old movies, old music and a good deal of other old stuff that seem especially enriching the more sour one is on recent production. Another admirably broader venue for individual expression. Anyone who doesn't think this has made a huge difference is deeply reactionary or deeply ignorant. It's a standard, even if not close to being realized. Hats and ties optional.