Post-production workers—editors, musicians, and sound designers—are joining the ranks of those hit hardest by Hollywood’s shifting economic reality. As work continues to flow out of California, insiders now acknowledge that the once-secure entertainment jobs are becoming increasingly scarce and replaceable in the global digital marketplace.
Radical LGBT activist group GLAAD is criticizing major film studios for what it calls a sharp decline in gay and transgender characters in Hollywood productions. According to the organization’s newly released “Studio Responsibility Index,” 2024 saw the lowest levels of LGBTQ representation in three years, with GLAAD awarding passing marks to only one studio: the ultra-progressive A24.
Actor Zachary Levi, known for his roles in "Chuck" and "Shazam!," has publicly endorsed President Donald Trump, revealing that numerous Hollywood colleagues secretly share his political stance but fear professional repercussions.
President Donald Trump announced on May 4, 2025, a 100% tariff on all films produced outside the United States, citing the decline of the American movie industry as a national security threat.
Former actress and filmmaker Justine Bateman, known for Family Ties and Violet, said President Trump’s election may have triggered a cultural reckoning against the “woke mob mentality” gripping American society. Speaking to The Irish Times, Bateman reflected on how Hollywood’s spirit has withered under progressive pressure, contrasting today’s climate with a freer past.
President Donald Trump dismissed China's latest retaliation in the ongoing tariff battle — a reduction in the number of American films allowed in the country — with humor and confidence. During a Cabinet meeting Thursday, Trump brushed off concerns that Beijing is now targeting cultural exports, particularly Hollywood.
Disney's latest live-action adaptation, "Snow White," experienced a lackluster debut at the box office, raising concerns about the film's financial trajectory.
