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Has the "authentic" indie film crowd become more elitist than Hollywood ever was?
As streaming platforms and AI-driven curation reshape film discovery, the gatekeeping around 'authentic' indie cinema feels increasingly exclusive. Cast your vote on whether this cultural shift mirrors or surpasses old Hollywood elitism.
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