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Why Does Hollywood Have an Originality Problem?
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Why Does Hollywood Have an Originality Problem?

Reclaiming the Art of Storytelling in an Era of Reinvention

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Angelica Walker-Werth
Jan 30, 2025
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Commenting on the lack of originality in Hollywood today has become cliché. It seems that most new movies are franchise entries, live-action remakes of animated films, adaptations of novels or video games, or based on historical figures or events.

Though great adaptations can bring a fresh perspective to an old story, films can be—and many of the best ar…

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