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U.S. President Donald Trump has ignited controversy by announcing plans to impose a 100% tariff on movies made outside the United States.
In a fiery statement issued on Monday, Trump blamed the decline of Hollywood on foreign nations offering generous incentives to lure American filmmakers abroad, calling it a "national security threat."
He declared, “We want movies made in America, again!” while accusing rival nations of using cinema for propaganda purposes. According to Trump, the shift in film production to countries like the UK and Canada is not just an economic issue, but also one of messaging and national identity.
This unexpected move, if implemented, could severely disrupt global film distribution and production partnerships. Many big-budget blockbusters, though financed by U.S. studios, are often shot overseas to save costs such as the upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine, Gladiator II, and Wicked.
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick acknowledged the directive and responded publicly, saying, “We’re on it,” though no clear roadmap has yet been laid out.
The announcement left key details unaddressed: it remains uncertain whether the tariffs would affect American studios filming abroad, or how the levies would apply to streaming platforms like Netflix, which showcase a mix of local and international content.
Industry experts are concerned that the proposed policy could lead to increased production costs, limited international collaboration, and a possible trade war with nations heavily involved in entertainment exports. One film union warned this could deliver a “knock-out blow” to an already struggling industry.
While Trump’s statement has energized some of his supporters, critics argue that this approach may do more harm than good to the future of American filmmaking.
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