What to Watch: Tariffs, the Met and a political thriller

By George Prentice,

Gemma Gaudette

Published May 8, 2025 at 1:31 PM MDT

This combination photo shows fashion worn by Colman Domingo, top row from left, Ayo Edebiri, Tracee Ellis Ross, Cole Escola, Walton Goggins, bottom row from left, Lewis Hamilton, Anne Hathaway, Mindy Kaling, Teyana Taylor and Zendaya, at The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute benefit gala on May 5, 2025, in New York.

The president is now pushing tariffs on movies made outside the United States.

He says it's about protecting American jobs and culture, but critics worry it could backfire. So what does that mean for Hollywood and the movies we all watch?

Resident movie critic and Morning Edition host George Prentice joined Idaho Matters to give us his opinion.

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George Prentice

As host of Morning Edition, I'm the luckiest person I've ever known because I spend my days listening to smart, passionate, engaging people. It’s a public trust. I lean in to talk with actors, poets, writers and volunteers who make Idaho that much more special.

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Gemma Gaudette

Hi! I’m Gemma Gaudette, the host of the award-winning show, Idaho Matters. During the day you’ll find me researching and writing about all the fascinating topics we tackle on our show. And of course, at noon, each weekday you’ll find me live behind the microphone as Idaho Matters airs.

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