Overview

• President Donald Trump announced plans for a 100% tariff on all foreign-made films, citing national security concerns and the need to revitalize the U.S. film industry.
• Hollywood studios have expressed cautious support for the proposal but remain unclear on how the tariff would be implemented or enforced.
• Director Wes Anderson and other industry figures have voiced confusion and concern over the potential impact on creative freedom and international collaboration.
• The proposal follows a sharp decline in U.S. film production, with a 40% drop in production days since pre-strike levels and calls for alternative incentives like tax credits.
• The announcement has drawn mixed reactions, with late-night host Jimmy Kimmel mocking the plan and government officials signaling ongoing consultations with industry stakeholders.