De Niro Slams Trump's Assault on Arts in Urgent Warning to Film Industry Colleagues
Robert De Niro denounces Trump's attack on the arts in a strong statement at the Cannes film festival. The actor aims to mobilize his fellow industry colleagues against Donald Trump's assault on cultural institutions.
Actor Robert De Niro denounced Donald Trump's attacks on the arts in a urgent speech at the Cannes film festival, mobilizing his fellow industry colleagues to resist what he called 'an assault on the very essence of culture'. During an acceptance speech for an honor, De Niro spoke out against Trump's policies targeting museums, universities, and other institutions. He urged his peers to take action to protect the arts and defend democracy. The speech came as a surprise to some in attendance, with many praising De Niro's courage and conviction.
