Donald Trump strikes again: a 100% customs service on foreign films to save Hollywood, a brilliant idea or a fatal blow for the film industry?
Donald Trump makes waves in the film industry with his latest announcement: a 100% customs service on all foreign films. With the declared objective of restoring Hollywood to its former glory, this decision raises a storm of questions. Is it a brilliant master stroke or a potentially disastrous misstep for the world of cinema? Let us dive into the repercussions of this daring measure to disentangle the genius of the bet.
A shock announcement by Donald Trump
A thunderbolt in the world of cinema. Donald Trump, known for his often controversial decisions, strikes once again with an unprecedented proposal: a 100% Dusting customs on all film productions abroad wishing to enter the American market. According to him, this project aims to strengthen the American film industry, which has been decreasing for several years.
The former president justifies this measure by arguing that it would encourage American studios to produce locally, while dissuading the main players in the industry to move their productions. But although the objective is clear, this announcement immediately provoked agitation, especially among the main players in the industry such as Netflix And Disney +which could be particularly exposed to these new rules.
A blow to entertainment giants?
Netflix and Disney + count strongly on foreign productions, in particular to benefit from a reduction in costs and tax incentives. Successful series like “The Crown” or low -budget films made in Europe or Asia could be directly affected. If these titles were suddenly more expensive to import into the United States, this would endanger their profitability.
But the impact is not limited to streaming platforms. Traditional studios, which regularly participate in international co -productions, could also be assigned. The persistent ambiguity surrounding the details of this proposal is worrying: would it include films shot in collaboration between several countries? Are independent foreign films exempt? The absence of specific responses feeds speculation and confusion.
Hollywood already in crisis
This announcement comes in an already difficult context for the American film industry. In Los Angeles, local productions decrease, a trend reinforced by increased competition from countries offering attractive financial advantages. The high production cost in California pushes many productions to prefer destinations such as Canada, Eastern Europe or Asia.
The Governor of California has tried to respond by offering tax credits to encourage productions to stay in the state, but these efforts are struggling to compensate for the huge cost gaps with foreign countries. If Trump's customs duty should be implemented, it could offer Hollywood a strategic advantage, but will it be enough to reverse an already deeply rooted trend?
Reactions and uncertainties
The reactions to this proposal are divergent. Some analysts believe that this protectionism could stimulate local activity, allowing American studios to regain their former importance. Others, however, fear that this measure can further isolate American industry in an increasingly globalized market.
The path to the possible adoption of this measure is not clear. Even if it was implemented, its real effects could take years to feel. In the meantime, the main players like Netflix may need to rethink their strategies, while independent productions can seek ways to get around these price barriers.
This debate highlights a crucial question: can Hollywood really reinvent itself by withdrawing itself, or should it rather adapt to the complex game of globalization? The coming months could redefine the rules of American and global cinema.
