: The Norwegian concept of "Friluftsliv" (free air life) took off, leading to an 80% increase in park visits and a surge in "Gorpcore" fashion—tactical hiking gear worn for everyday style.

To understand why big full videos exploded in 2021, you have to look at the psychic weight of the moment. The pandemic lockdowns had exhausted our capacity for fragmentation. We had spent 2020 doomscrolling. By 2021, we craved immersion.

2021 also marked a maturation in streaming accessibility. Smart TVs became the standard, and the friction of casting or gaming consoles was replaced by integrated operating systems. This meant that "full videos"—whether they were blockbuster movies, documentaries, or creator content—were instantly accessible in living rooms worldwide.