In the endless arena of culture, conservatives appear to be spectators rather than gladiators. This isn’t because the fields of art, music, and film lack conservative participants, but rather because there’s no robust infrastructure to support and celebrate their endeavors. As it stands, Hollywood churns out a stream of films laden with left-leaning ideologies that fail to captivate mainstream audiences. Yet, these films still manage to bag nominations for prestigious awards. Why? Because within their circles, prestige and commendation flow as freely as the fizzy champagne during after-parties. Meanwhile, on the right side of the spectrum, notable conservative works go unnoticed. They receive neither applause nor acknowledgment, making this cultural battlefield extremely lopsided.
Andrew Breitbart emphasized the importance of balancing the cultural equation, observing that conservatives lack a vehicle to propel their artistic expressions into the limelight. Their absence could be likened to a football team playing without a coach – admirable effort but little to show in terms of results. A think tank dedicated to fostering conservative culture could be a game-changer, possibly giving rise to operas of riveting narratives and tunes of timeless truths that resonate with a silent majority.
The entertainment industry worships at the altar of wokeness, creating works that, despite empty theatres, receive accolades for conforming to current ‘progressive’ themes. Hollywood seems enraptured by movies that showcase peculiar social narratives, creating an exclusive echo chamber where the virtue-signaling is loud and clear, but the relatable substance is echoed back into a void. Meanwhile, the conservative creators, lacking an equivalent cultural awards system or platform, remain relegated to the sidelines as their work goes largely unnoticed.
A cultural institute on the right could invigorate this stagnation, where creative minds could converge to produce works faithful to values that viewers hold dear but are rarely represented in mainstream media. It wouldn’t just be about films or music. Even appreciating architectural feats or celebrating narrative-rich literature tied to conservative philosophy could pave the way for a rejuvenated cultural landscape. It’s about time conservatives had an Oscars night for their own works, crowned with red carpets, tearful acceptance speeches, and maybe even a heartfelt shout-out to Mom.
Perhaps the age of digital media and social platforms can serve as the breeding ground for this movement, bypassing the traditional gatekeepers. A new horizon awaits where the conservative message isn’t just whispered behind closed doors, but boldly shared and celebrated. It’s high time for a cultural renaissance where the creativity and passion of right-minded creators can flourish, crafting not just artistic pieces, but shaping narratives that resonate with the eclectic tapestry of modern society.
