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Ultimately, the entertainment world is facing a crossroads. Will it embrace a new paradigm that values silence on contentious political issues, or will it continue to amplify the discord that has driven audiences away? Only time will tell if De Niro and his peers can realign themselves with a public that is increasingly demanding authenticity and a return to the artistic roots of storytelling.

With one week left until January 20, the stakes are high. The entertainment industry must reckon with its past and forge a future that resonates with the populace it desires to entertain—if it hopes to reclaim its stature in popular culture.