Kristen Stewart recently spoke candidly with The Times about her concerns regarding filming in the United States amidst Donald Trump's tariff plans for the film industry. The actor-director revealed that she shot her latest film, The Chronology of Water, in Latvia, stating that it would have been "impossible" to do so in the U.S. due to the "reality-altering" policies under President Trump.
Stewart expressed her fear of the impending tariffs and even considered relocating to another country. However, she also emphasized the need to create the reality we desire, drawing inspiration from Trump's approach. Currently residing in Los Angeles and New York, the actress revealed that she may no longer continue living in the U.S. due to her inability to work freely there. Nevertheless, she expressed a desire to continue making movies in Europe and sharing them with the American public.
As reported by The New York Post, Trump had previously stated his intention to impose tariffs on foreign-made movies, including those produced in Canada and other countries, claiming that Los Angeles has lost its dominance in the film industry.
In her interview, Stewart conveyed a deep-seated concern for the future of filmmaking in the U.S., expressing her desire to continue her artistic pursuits while navigating the complex political landscape.
