Overview

• President Trump’s proposal for a 100% tariff on foreign films is under discussion, with no enforcement details finalized yet.
• Industry experts warn the tariff would raise production costs, reduce international partnerships, and fail to revitalize Hollywood.
• Bollywood leaders caution the tariff could end theatrical releases of Indian films in the U.S., pushing them to digital platforms instead.
• Critics argue that expanded tax incentives and federal investments are better solutions to support domestic film production.
• Hollywood’s $15.3 billion annual trade surplus in film exports could be jeopardized by potential retaliatory tariffs from other nations.