Hollywood is in the myth-making business by design. The industry tells tales tall and small, hoping to keep us engaged for two hours, maybe more if the story is set in a galaxy far, far away. Myth making is in the town’s DNA, and while conservatives bemoan much of Hollywood’s recent messaging, it’s hard to argue with the prime directive. Some Hollywood myths, though, exist for other reasons. They confuse rather than clarify, suggesting an industry that isn’t being fully honest with itself. The following seven Hollywood myths demand a debunking. They’ve gone on too long and convinced too many people they’re the real deal.
1. It’s Show Business, Remember?

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