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Laura Poitras Backs Push Against Paramount-Warner Deal, Warns of U.S. Doc Funding Crisis

Poitras cites a letter signed by over 1,000 industry professionals opposing the Paramount-Warner deal and calls for collective action.
She warns that public funding cuts are decimating U.S. documentary support and distribution channels.
Poitras notes the U.S. funding landscape has tightened for politically engaged films and risk-taking projects.
She recalls funding hurdles faced during the making of her 9/11 trilogy and the challenge of financing sensitive topics.
Poitras emphasizes the link between state power and surveillance in her work and its relevance to audiences.
Poitras defends freedom of expression amid rising pressure on U.S. institutions.
She describes documentary filmmakers as mobilized and willing to collaborate despite industry strain.
Visions du Réel serves as the setting where Poitras discusses industry-wide funding and distribution pressures.
The industry-wide letter and discussion reflect broader concerns about sustaining independent documentary work.
Poitras hints at limited opportunities with major platforms for politically charged documentaries.

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