Hollywood icon Michael Douglas laments the tech industry's impact on the entertainment biz, calling it a 'dumbing down' force that's changing the industry.
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Douglas, a veteran of over 50 years in the industry, believes Silicon Valley has fueled a shift towards shorter attention spans and cheaper, flashier content that prioritizes views over substance.
The iconic actor suggests the tech boom has pushed Hollywood to cater to an algorithm-driven market, valuing analytics and shareability over artistic expression - a concerning trend for an industry built on creative vision.
Hollywood icon Michael Douglas laments the tech industry's impact on the entertainment biz, calling it a 'dumbing down' force that's changing the industry.
beat sheet
Douglas, a veteran of over 50 years in the industry, believes Silicon Valley has fueled a shift towards shorter attention spans and cheaper, flashier content that prioritizes views over substance.
The iconic actor suggests the tech boom has pushed Hollywood to cater to an algorithm-driven market, valuing analytics and shareability over artistic expression - a concerning trend for an industry built on creative vision.