The Andrew Klavan Show How Hollywood Can Bridge Its Disconnect With the American Public w/ Christian Toto
Dec 10, 2025
Christian Toto, a seasoned film critic and founder of HollywoodInToto.com, joins to delve into Hollywood's waning grasp on American culture. They analyze why box-office flops are becoming common, attributing them to streaming, 'woke' pressures, and overexposed stars. The resurgence of horror reveals a creative shift. They debate the loss of cultural connection with theater attendance declining in favor of home streaming. Toto also highlights the rise of faith-based films and urges conservative audiences to support impactful projects that resonate.
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Why Hollywood Is Losing Its Hit-Making Touch
- Hollywood's box office collapse isn't just streaming; it's stylistic decline and cultural alienation.
- Christian Toto links poor imagination, star overexposure, and politicized talent to dwindling hits.
Streaming, Stars, And The 'Woke' Effect
- Streaming, celebrity overexposure, and 'woke' constraints all erode filmgoing demand and star mystique.
- Toto notes some blockbusters still break through, showing mixed signals rather than total collapse.
Why Horror Is Having A Moment
- Horror currently thrives because it embraces risk, mood, and unconventional storytelling.
- Toto credits directors like Jordan Peele and Osgood Perkins for elevating the genre beyond formula.