The pressures of fame can also lead to exploitation. We spoke to a former child star who revealed the dark side of the industry.

The entertainment industry is, at its core, a business. And like any business, it's driven by profit and greed. We spoke to several industry insiders who revealed the cutthroat world of deal-making and negotiation.

"I felt like I was living in a fishbowl, with everyone watching my every move," said one actress, who wished to remain anonymous. "I couldn't go to the grocery store without being mobbed by fans. It was suffocating."

"It's a boys' club, plain and simple," he said. "The same old white guys are making the same old decisions, and it's stifling creativity and innovation."

"The industry is at a crossroads," said one producer. "We can continue down the same old path, or we can take a chance on new voices, new perspectives, and new technologies."

PG-13 for mature themes, language, and some violence.

Despite the growing push for diversity and inclusion, the entertainment industry still has a long way to go. We spoke to several industry professionals who revealed the systemic barriers that prevent underrepresented groups from breaking through.