U.S. President Trump recently sparked controversy by proposing a bold new tariff on the film industry. Announced on his social media platform, Truth Social, the plan calls for a 100% tariff on all imported foreign-made films in an effort to revive Hollywood by making films again in America.
However, American film expert Mario Pacheco Székely – a respected film and television journalist, writer, film studies professor, and voting member of the Golden Globe Awards – voiced his concerns. He reminded us that since the 1940s, global collaboration has been at the heart of the film industry. "We need people from different parts of the world, with different experiences, accents, colors of the skin, and even different ways to cook or build, to truly tell global stories," he explained.
In a world where streaming and cultural exchange drive creativity, protectionist policies like these risk undermining decades of international cooperation. As Hollywood and filmmakers worldwide have thrived on the blend of diverse perspectives, many wonder if such measures may stifle the creative spirit that makes global cinema so unique. 🎬🌐
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