EntertainmentLos Angeles TimesWed, Dec 3, 2025, 11:00 AMNeutral

He has 400 movies to his name. And he says now is 'the most difficult' time to make one

Indie film veteran Cassian Elwes discusses the challenges of filmmaking in the current economic climate, highlighting the impact of rising costs and the emergence of artificial intelligence. His latest project, 'Dead Man's Wire,' is set to begin an Oscar-qualifying run on December 12.

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  • What Happened

    Indie film veteran Cassian Elwes discusses the challenges of filmmaking in the current economic climate, highlighting the impact of rising costs and the emergence of artificial intelligence. His latest project, 'Dead Man's Wire,' is set to begin an Oscar

  • Why It Matters

    Elwes' remarks underscore the increasing difficulties faced by filmmakers today, suggesting that the industry may need to adapt to new technologies and economic realities to sustain creativity and production in the future.

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