For
Their names attract audiences and generate revenue.
Against
It creates inequality and reduces budgets for other staff.
Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.
“Producers pay popular actors well, knowing they make more money when those actors are in the roles.”
“They're worth it, since a popular actor draws the audience almost automatically.”
“There is no inherent reason their work is worth that much, other than people being willing to pay.”
“Hundreds of millions in movie budgets can include another 10-30% for star actors' salaries.”