All systems protect their members, at least to the extent they can without imploding. The best way to crush a system or institution is to deny it money.
I've read a number of articles that show Hollywood's grip on film is loosening. Production costs remain high for studios, distribution is more democratized with streaming, and AI could just change the game altogether.
Film could leave Hollywood, and thus its power. Time will tell, however, as of now, it's monopoly power is waning. If money leaves, executives will be exposed; no one ever remains untouchable in a setting where money has since left.
All systems protect their members, at least to the extent they can without imploding. The best way to crush a system or institution is to deny it money.
I've read a number of articles that show Hollywood's grip on film is loosening. Production costs remain high for studios, distribution is more democratized with streaming, and AI could just change the game altogether.
Film could leave Hollywood, and thus its power. Time will tell, however, as of now, it's monopoly power is waning. If money leaves, executives will be exposed; no one ever remains untouchable in a setting where money has since left.