Prestige Junkie Surviving a Hollywood Plague (Or Eight) with Richard Rushfield, Plus Tony Gilroy and Diego Luna on Andor's Grand Finale
May 20, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Richard Rushfield, a savvy writer for The Ankler, reflects on Hollywood's recent disasters and the hope for its future. He’s joined by Tony Gilroy, the showrunner of Andor, and Diego Luna, who shines as Cassian Andor. They delve into the ambitious storytelling in Andor's final episodes, exploring how it brilliantly merges cinematic qualities with series format. The trio also touches on the evolving landscape of film and TV, including the struggles of studios, superhero fatigue, and the revival of independent filmmaking.
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Hollywood's Eight Plagues Insight
- Hollywood has faced eight major plagues in the last decade, causing continuous industry shifts.
- Even positive changes reveal how problematic prior conditions were, shaking the industry's foundation.
Theatre Recovery Requires Depth
- The industry needs consistent depth and variety of movies, not just periodic blockbusters, to sustain theatrical audiences.
- Audiences are uncertain if movies remain important parts of their lives, risking long-term disengagement.
Release More Diverse Films
- To regain theatrical audience habits, the industry should release more movies frequently.
- Diverse new films, not just sequels or franchise entries, are crucial to attracting viewers back.