Ron Howard, the director of the Netflix adaptation of J.D. Vance's memoir 'Hillbilly Elegy,' has expressed his disappointment and surprise at Vance's political transformation since making the film. Howard, who recently spoke at the Toronto International Film Festival, emphasized that their initial conversations focused on Vance's upbringing and survival story, not politics. Now, with Vance as Donald Trump's vice presidential nominee, Howard criticizes the rhetoric coming from his campaign and declares he will not support Trump. He urges people to vote thoughtfully based on current political realities. Howard's comments reflect broader concerns from Hollywood, including criticism from 'Hillbilly Elegy' star Glenn Close.