Join Ed Potton, Commissioning Editor at The Times, and Hadley Freeman, a columnist for The Sunday Times, as they delve into Trump’s controversial proposal for tariffs on foreign films. They discuss the potential repercussions for Hollywood and the UK film industry, exploring whether this move is a strategic revival tactic or just another attack in Trump’s culture war. The conversation also touches on Hollywood's connection to outdated masculinity, the evolution of the film landscape, and the impact of political forces on celebrity activism.
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Trump's Tariff Plan Misunderstands Film
Trump proposes a 100% tariff on American films made outside the US to revive Hollywood.
This plan misunderstands modern filmmaking's international nature and reliance on tax incentives.
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UK as Hollywood's Global Hub
The UK has become a premier global hub for shooting big-budget American films.
Aggressive tax incentives and world-class studios like Pinewood attract major productions.
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Studios Locked, Yet Tariffs Threaten
Long-term studio leases lock major productions in the UK.
However, tariffs could financially force studios to relocate, causing major industry upheaval.
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Published in 1969, 'The Godfather' by Mario Puzo is a crime novel that follows the story of the Corleone family, one of the Five Families of the New York Mafia. The novel spans from the early life of Vito Corleone to the rise of his youngest son, Michael, as the new Don. The story explores themes of loyalty, power, and violence as the family navigates internal conflicts, external threats, and the transition of leadership. Michael, initially reluctant to join the family business, becomes deeply involved after an assassination attempt on his father and eventually succeeds Vito as the head of the family. The novel is known for its realistic portrayal of organized crime and its impact on the characters' personal lives[2][3][4].
President Trump has announced plans to impose a levy on on American films made outside the country. It's a bold move that could have serious consequences for the global film industry. What do these proposed tariffs mean for the UK film sector, and is this a savvy strategy to revive a struggling Hollywood or just another salvo in Trump’s culture war against liberal America?
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Guest:
Ed Potton, Commissioning Editor and Writer, The Times
Hadley Freeman, Columnist and Features Writer, The Sunday Times
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