Berlinale Jury President Todd Haynes Warns of Cultural Impact of Trump's Second Term

Haynes highlights parallels to historical authoritarianism and challenges facing American filmmakers under current political conditions.

Todd Haynes, Berlinale Jury President, expressed concerns about the societal and cultural consequences of Donald Trump's second term as U.S. President.
In interviews, Haynes described the U.S. as being 'under shock' and struggling to process how Trump returned to office.
He warned of 'fascistic' and 'autocratic' tendencies in the current political climate, drawing comparisons to mid-20th century European history.
Haynes emphasized the role of cinema as both a medium of resistance and a means to capture the prevailing mood in the United States.
The filmmaker, known for works like 'Carol' and 'May December,' urged reflection on how cultural communities can respond to repressive movements.