Alec Baldwin says Americans know nothing about the world

Actor Alec Baldwin has expressed concern about what he sees as Americans’ limited understanding of global issues, which he attributes to a lack of education and its influence. Profit-driven media.
Baldwin meanwhile shared his thoughts Turin Film Festival in northern Italy, where he received Lifetime Achievement Award.
According to the New York Post, the 66-year-old actor highlighted the media’s role in shaping public perception, noting, “Television news in the United States is a business. They have to make money. There’s an information gap. Americans.”
He explained that Americans often have only a superficial understanding of complex topics such as Climate changeUkraine and Israel.
Baldwin also pointed to the film industry as a significant contributor to filling this information gap. “That void is being filled by the film industry — documentaries, independent films and even narrative films. Studios and networks are willing to explore these avenues,” Baldwin commented, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter.
When asked about the current political climate and challenges facing the country, Baldwin emphasized environmental concerns, such as the growing problem of plastic pollution. and the importance of alternative energy.
He advocated the integration of solar energy into public buildings, saying, “Every hospital, school, airport and government building should have photovoltaic panels. But we will never completely eliminate oil and gas.”
Baldwin’s commentary was also touching Gender diversity In the film industry, Pragati acknowledges but raises eyebrows with her claim that male directors may be better suited for physically demanding projects, while suggesting no difference in suitability for other genres.
His appearance at the festival also included a screening of his 1990 film, The Hunt for Red October.
However, the event avoided addressing the tragic incident on the set of Rust in 2021, where Baldwin accidentally discharged a prop gun, resulting in the death of cinematographer Helena Hutchins. Questions about the incident were blocked at the festival.
The Rust controversy continues to overshadow Baldwin’s career.
Earlier this year, the actor was dismissed as involuntary manslaughter, but the impact of the tragedy remains profound, with director Joel Souza previously describing how it deeply affected him personally and professionally.