[ff4]

The tariffs on foreign films aren't just about economics. They're a lever to reshape culture. Trump seems to bet that studios, squeezed by costs, will trade progressive themes for conservative ones to align with his base. It's a high-stakes move—Hollywood's global audience might not follow. But if it works, it’s a masterclass in using policy to shift incentives. Curious if studios bite.

[soupfordummies]

I think this is giving the decision way too much credit w/r/t foresight, strategy, etc.

As always with this admin, it's always hard to tell if something is actually thought-through policy or just knee-jerk stupidity. Most evidence points to the latter, IMO.