Part 14/15:
Final Thoughts: Industry Accountability and the Role of Investigative Journalism
In conclusion, Christian Silt and Caroline Reed emphasize the importance of transparency in Hollywood’s financial dealings, criticizing the industry's tendency to obscure truth behind complex accounting maneuvers. Their work exposes how studio giants like Disney manipulate their financial disclosures to mask losses and inflate the apparent success of blockbuster projects.
Their investigations serve as a stark reminder that behind the glitz and glamour, Hollywood’s big studios operate in a shadowy financial landscape—particularly when it involves massive taxpayer-funded subsidies, international tax havens, and strategic accounting.