Hollywood's battered dream in the face of AI: "Everyone uses it, but no one wants to talk about it"

Santa Monica Beach marks the end of Route 66, but Hollywood's allure is fading. Tourists flock to Hollywood Boulevard, capturing moments with stars like Michael Jackson. Meanwhile, Skya Theobald, a 24-year-old aspiring filmmaker from New York, shares insights on modern filmmaking. She highlights the shift from traditional films to short episodes designed for smartphones, reflecting changing attention spans. These 'microdramas' are produced quickly and with minimal pay, contrasting sharply with the grand productions of the past.