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Another area that deserves attention is the role of government in the filmmaking process. Countries such as Canada and France have established film boards to promote their national identity through cinema, often providing financial support to ensure culturally relevant stories are told. The United States, guided by a different entrepreneurial ethos, lacks a similar framework, which could enhance and celebrate its unique cultural narratives.
Instead, Hollywood has opted to cater to a global market, producing films that can be easily exported and understood on a wide scale. This shift often sacrifices depth and specificity in favor of broader appeal, reinforcing a cycle where American cinema no longer engages with the challenges and complexities of American life.