Director Patty Jenkins joined a star‑studded lineup that included Halle Berry, Regina King, Misty Copeland and other notable figures at the Tribeca and Chanel “Through Her Lens” luncheon held Tuesday morning at Locanda Verde in downtown Manhattan.
The gathering, which highlighted emerging filmmakers, took place just one day after news broke that the long‑rumored Paramount‑Warner Bros. merger is essentially complete, marking a major consolidation in the Hollywood studio landscape.
During the event, Jenkins commented on the deal, describing the merger as “such chaos” and warning that “the studio system is in bad shape.” Her remarks reflected concerns shared by many industry insiders about the potential impact of such large‑scale consolidation on creative autonomy and competition.
Paramount and Warner Bros., two of the biggest names in American film production and distribution, have been negotiating a merger that would combine their extensive libraries, production capabilities and global market reach. The deal, now near finalization, is expected to reshape the competitive dynamics of the entertainment sector.
While the luncheon celebrated the work of up‑and‑coming directors, Jenkins’ comments underscored the tension between fostering new talent and navigating an industry undergoing significant structural change.
<small>Source: Variety — read the original story there.</small>
