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Ben Affleck Urges Action on California Film Crisis

4/19/2025

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Ben Affleck passionately spoke out about California's film production crisis at The Accountant 2 premiere, urging state officials to recognize the industry's value. He criticized the inadequate tax incentives that fail to compete with other regions, stressing the urgent need for better support to keep talent and productions thriving in the Golden State.

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Ben Affleck passionately spoke out about California's film production crisis at The Accountant 2 premiere, urging state officials to recognize the industry's value. He criticized the inadequate tax incentives that fail to compete with other regions, stressing the urgent need for better support to keep talent and productions thriving in the Golden State.