Oscars Reflect Hollywood's Disconnect From Everyday Americans
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**Hollywood's Declining Prestige: An Oscars Ceremony Out of Touch with America**
In a stark sign of Hollywood’s disconnect from the average American, recent Academy Awards ceremonies have witnessed a severe drop in viewership and relevancy.
This decline reflects the growing chasm between elitist Hollywood and the everyday citizen, a fact made clear when the latest "Best Picture" winner barely scraped by with a measly $16 million at the domestic box office.
The last decade has seen a significant shift in the preferences of moviegoers.
Once, films that captured the prestigious "Best Picture" title routinely grossed over $100 million domestically.
But with the proliferation of streaming services like Netflix, which began in 2007, the very fabric of American cinema has unraveled.
Now, fewer and fewer viewers feel compelled to tune in to awards shows when the films being celebrated bear little resemblance to the type of entertainment they enjoy.
The ratings for the Oscars have declined drastically, with audiences feeling increasingly alienated by Hollywood’s prestigious enclaves.
Indeed, the films celebrated over the past several years rarely resonate with American families or their values.
Cinematic masterpieces like "Titanic," "Forrest Gump," and "Gladiator" continue to remain part of the cultural lexicon, while recent winners hardly generate a conversation.
How could a ceremony that once showcased the best of American creativity now promote films that barely reach a fraction of the box office success?
In a world where entertainers should be reflectors of societal values, the Oscars' choices increasingly appear to cater to vocal critics who relish obscure narratives rather than stories that unite us as a nation.
This disjointed relationship begs the question: Is the Academy out of touch with the very audience it seeks to entertain?
As the celebration of films gone by loses footing in today’s entertainment landscape, it is clear that Hollywood must reevaluate its priorities if it hopes to regain the hearts and minds of America.
If Hollywood wants to thrive once more, it must get back in touch with the values, stories, and films that resonate broadly rather than chasing highbrow accolades that slip further away from the American experience.
Sources:
mikehuckabee.com
thefederalist.com
outkick.com
In a stark sign of Hollywood’s disconnect from the average American, recent Academy Awards ceremonies have witnessed a severe drop in viewership and relevancy.
This decline reflects the growing chasm between elitist Hollywood and the everyday citizen, a fact made clear when the latest "Best Picture" winner barely scraped by with a measly $16 million at the domestic box office.
The last decade has seen a significant shift in the preferences of moviegoers.
Once, films that captured the prestigious "Best Picture" title routinely grossed over $100 million domestically.
But with the proliferation of streaming services like Netflix, which began in 2007, the very fabric of American cinema has unraveled.
Now, fewer and fewer viewers feel compelled to tune in to awards shows when the films being celebrated bear little resemblance to the type of entertainment they enjoy.
The ratings for the Oscars have declined drastically, with audiences feeling increasingly alienated by Hollywood’s prestigious enclaves.
Indeed, the films celebrated over the past several years rarely resonate with American families or their values.
Cinematic masterpieces like "Titanic," "Forrest Gump," and "Gladiator" continue to remain part of the cultural lexicon, while recent winners hardly generate a conversation.
How could a ceremony that once showcased the best of American creativity now promote films that barely reach a fraction of the box office success?
In a world where entertainers should be reflectors of societal values, the Oscars' choices increasingly appear to cater to vocal critics who relish obscure narratives rather than stories that unite us as a nation.
This disjointed relationship begs the question: Is the Academy out of touch with the very audience it seeks to entertain?
As the celebration of films gone by loses footing in today’s entertainment landscape, it is clear that Hollywood must reevaluate its priorities if it hopes to regain the hearts and minds of America.
If Hollywood wants to thrive once more, it must get back in touch with the values, stories, and films that resonate broadly rather than chasing highbrow accolades that slip further away from the American experience.
Sources:
mikehuckabee.com
thefederalist.com
outkick.com
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