Hollywood seems to be boosting the US economy, but its home state of California is being left out.
But Hollywood strikes over the last 100 days have likely dealt a $3 billion blow to California.
The rush of moviegoers has helped boost the US economy, with consumers showing they're willing to spend.
A 100-day strike among writers and actors in Hollywood has likely dealt a $3 billion blow to California's economy so far, experts say.
A dream for the US but a nightmare for California: Hollywood is having a double-edged effect on the nation.
Persons:
Oppenheimer, Greta Gerwing's, Barbie, Todd Holmes, CNBC's
Organizations:
Hollywood, Service, AMC Theatres, Guild of America, SAG
Locations:
California, Wall, Silicon, Hollywood