The Town with Matthew Belloni
Trump's Movie Tariff Bombshell and Hollywood’s Freak-Out
May 5, 2025
Lucas Shaw, a Bloomberg reporter specializing in media and entertainment, joins to discuss Donald Trump's shocking proposal for tariffs on foreign films. They explore the potentially disastrous consequences for Hollywood, including fears from producers about job security and international co-productions. The conversation delves into the complexities of film categorization, federal tax incentives versus tariffs, and the competitive landscape of U.S. versus international filming locations. Will this lead to innovative solutions for the industry, or just chaos?
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- Trump's proposed tariffs on foreign films could complicate the movie industry's operations, creating panic and potential retaliatory measures from other countries.
- Experts argue that instead of tariffs, prioritizing federal tax incentives would better support American film production and attract filmmakers back to the U.S.
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