| Ron Newcomb

President Trump just proposed a sweeping 100% tariff on non-U.S. film productions, claiming it’s a matter of “national security.” While I appreciate the intent to strengthen U.S. filmmaking, a blunt tariff feels like the wrong tool for the job. Industry veterans like Jon Voight are pointing to a smarter path: federal tax incentives that make it viable to film in the U.S. without strangling creativity or global collaboration. At Concept Compass, we believe in empowering creators through validation, data, and innovation—not barriers. Let’s invest in infrastructure, incentives, and audience-driven greenlights. Let's actually make it easier to film here.