The Hollywood landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, with studios allegedly turning away from diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and socially conscious programming. According to a New York Times column by Sharon Waxman, editor-in-chief of The Wrap, the industry’s focus on social justice and representation is fading. Waxman points to the sale of an “anti-woke” reboot of the 1992 film “Basic Instinct” and the Netflix show “The Hunting Wives” as evidence of this shift.
A Changing Tide in Hollywood’s DEI Landscape
Waxman claims that Hollywood’s move away from DEI is a response to external pressures, including the Trump administration’s stance against DEI initiatives. The columnist notes that while DEI efforts were initially implemented to address a lack of diversity in hiring practices and storytelling, they ultimately led to some creatives feeling pushed aside. With the industry’s priorities shifting, Waxman observes that “queer writers of color” are no longer in high demand, and preferred pronouns are no longer expected in email signatures. As Hollywood navigates this new landscape, it’s unclear what the future holds for DEI initiatives in the entertainment industry
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