"I kind of worry about that a little bit - we lost our film culture for 30 years because the Americans came in and bought up all the cinema chains and wouldn't show any Australian films"
- Yahoo Serious
About this Quote
This quote by Yahoo Serious is a reflection of the impact of American impact on Australian movie theater. During the 30 year duration, Australian movies were disappointed in the cinema chains that were owned by Americans. This had a detrimental impact on the Australian film culture, as it implied that Australian movies were not being seen by the public. This had a knock-on effect on the market, as filmmakers were not able to earn a living from their work, and the market as an entire suffered. This quote is a reminder of the significance of supporting regional filmmakers and the need to safeguard the Australian film industry from outside influences. It is a reminder that the Australian film industry is a fundamental part of the nation's culture, and that it ought to be supported and supported.
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