‘LA is not film friendly’: how Hollywood’s woes became a political cudgel in mayoral race
Los Angeles mayoral candidates are wielding Hollywood's production struggles as a political weapon amid industry layoffs and studio cutbacks. A high-profile Baywatch reboot has stalled due to permitting delays and rising costs, highlighting how bureaucracy and infrastructure issues deter filmmakers. For local entrepreneurs, this signals deeper challenges in retaining creative businesses that drive the region's economy.

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