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Many industry leaders and commentators are not only pointing fingers at international competitors but are also blaming domestic governance. They suggest that foreign nations have "stolen" parts of Australia’s once-thriving film industry through aggressive policies, trade barriers, and lack of strategic support.
In this context, the battle is not just within the realm of filmmaking but extends to broader economic and political struggles over cultural influence and industry sustainability. The fight to preserve and develop Australia's film industry—both domestically in WA and nationally—is increasingly urgent and complex.