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Ironically, the very practices that Hollywood champions contribute to its downfall. The promotion of tribalism, identity politics, and hiring based on DNA rather than merit has led to a collapse in original, compelling content. Meanwhile, industry leaders like Leonardo DiCaprio continue to star in projects that are underperforming but are richly funded, such as The Battle for Sacramento, which requires a $600 million budget to break even, yet grossed only around $66 million total.