Jessica Lange recently spoke out against the Hollywood film industry for prioritizing profits over creativity, specifically mentioning the practice of shelving films as tax write-offs like Batgirl and Coyote vs. Acme by Warner Bros. Discovery. She believes that such practices should be illegal and that the industry has become too corporate-driven, with artistic impulses often overshadowed by profit motives.
Lange also highlighted that many of the best films of the past year are not from America, citing examples like Anatomy of a Fall. She emphasized the importance of artistic creativity in filmmaking, noting how rare it is for films to leave ambiguity unresolved. Despite Hollywood’s focus on big film franchises, Lange stated that she has never been asked to be in one and expressed uncertainty about how she would approach such roles if offered.
Lange also reflected on how technology has changed the film industry, recalling the days when cinematographers spent hours perfecting lighting setups before starting to shoot, contrasting it with today’s fast-paced digital shooting methods. While acknowledging the inevitable changes in the industry, Lange emphasized the importance of embracing change while not dwelling on past practices.