日媒：电影关税加速美国软实力衰弱，亚洲迎头赶上

Core Viewpoint - The proposal by the U.S. President to impose a 100% tariff on movies produced abroad is accelerating the decline of American cultural influence, while Asian content creators are rising to fill the void [1][3]. Group 1: Tariff Proposal and Its Implications - The tariff proposal, initially announced in May, caused a 5% drop in entertainment stocks [1]. - The U.S. film industry generated a trade surplus of $15.3 billion in 2023, highlighting the importance of the entertainment sector in global trade [3]. - The entertainment industry contributes significantly to U.S. soft power, with global box office spending accounting for only 1% of total entertainment revenue [3]. Group 2: Challenges Facing the U.S. Film Industry - The real challenges for the U.S. film industry stem from rising production costs, with Los Angeles studio costs being 30% to 50% higher than those in Toronto, London, or Budapest [4]. - Approximately 18,000 film production jobs have moved overseas due to companies seeking lower costs and tax incentives [4]. - The entertainment industry is a key source of U.S. influence, with Hollywood's contribution to spreading American values being more impactful than military power [4]. Group 3: Rise of Asian Content - The proposal for movie tariffs may hasten the end of the U.S. dominance in the global entertainment sector, as Asian countries capitalize on this opportunity [5]. - Korean dramas have gained significant recognition, with 11 entries in Netflix's top 100 global shows by 2025 [5]. - The success of films like "Parasite," which won the Oscar for Best Picture in 2020, reflects the increasing acceptance of Asian narratives globally [5].