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The overarching narrative is clear: Hollywood is in serious trouble. The combination of financial contraction, ideological conflicts, shrinking audience engagement, and a shift toward automation spells a bleak future. While some industry insiders hope for a resurgence, the speaker is skeptical. They argue that the damage wrought over the past decade—through destructive strikes, political interference, overreliance on streaming, and reckless spending—may be irreparable.