Kristen Stewart rails against Hollywood studio system: 'Less making billionaires more billionaires'
Kristen Stewart criticized the U.S. studio system at the Cannes Film Festival, claiming it favors the wealthy and stifles artistic expression. She expressed frustration with the industry's economics and the insular nature of studio decision-makers. Stewart proposed alternative distribution methods, such as releasing films directly on YouTube, to bypass traditional barriers.
- ▪Kristen Stewart spoke out against the American film industry, stating it is rigged against artists.
- ▪She believes the current system is designed to enrich the wealthy rather than support creative expression.
- ▪Stewart suggested alternative methods for film distribution, including releasing projects directly on YouTube.
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Kristen Stewart used her platform at the Cannes Film Festival on Saturday to take sharp aim at the U.S. studio system, saying it is rigged against artists and serves only to enrich the already wealthy. Speaking to Variety ahead of the midnight premiere of “Full Phil” — her new collaboration with French absurdist director Quentin Dupieux — Ms. Stewart said the American film industry has become hostile to the kind of unconventional work she wants to make. “I’m just so sick of the rules and I’m so sick of the system,” she said. “It is not designed for artists to express themselves.” The “Twilight” actress, who earned an Oscar nomination for her portrayal of Princess Diana in 2021’s “Spencer,” said the culture of those in charge compounds the problem.
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