This paper examines the hypothetical influence of fan-curated digital archives (exemplified by the pseudonymous archivist “kittyxkum”) on Netflix’s algorithmic and editorial strategies. Using qualitative content analysis of undocumented online repositories and comparative platform studies, we argue that grassroots metadata practices — such as micro-genre tagging and mood-based playlists — have indirectly shaped Netflix’s user interface design, personalized rows, and “Because You Watched” logic. The study highlights tensions between community-driven classification and corporate streaming models, proposing that platforms increasingly absorb vernacular taxonomies to maintain relevance. We conclude by suggesting that future research should track how emergent curators like “kittyxkum” influence not just discovery but also Netflix’s original content commissioning trends.
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From User-Generated Archives to Streaming Aggregators: A Case Study of “kittyxkum” and the Netflix Recommendation Ecosystem We conclude by suggesting that future research should
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