The President of the United States, Donald Trump, announced this Sunday (4) the imposition of a 100% tariff on all movies produced outside the country, claiming that the American film industry is “dying quickly” due to foreign competition.
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In a post on the social network Truth Social, Trump stated that the measure aims to protect national security, labeling foreign films as tools of hostile “messaging and propaganda.”
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The decision surprised studios and industry professionals, who expressed concern about the potential negative effects on international collaboration and global trade. Experts question the legal feasibility of the tariff and warn of the risk of retaliation by other countries, which could further worsen the situation of the U.S. film industry.
Although details on the tariff’s implementation have not yet been clarified, the Department of Commerce and the U.S. Trade Representative have been instructed to begin the process immediately. The measure is part of a series of protectionist policies adopted by Trump in his second term, which include tariffs on various foreign products.
The American film industry has faced significant challenges in recent years, including the migration of productions to countries offering more attractive tax incentives, such as Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia. In addition, events such as writers’ and actors’ strikes, the COVID-19 pandemic, and natural disasters have contributed to a drop in production in Los Angeles—down about 40% over the past decade.
The international community awaits further clarification on the details of the tariff and its implications for the global film sector.
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