More details emerge on streaming residuals for writers and actors
by Maria Lattila | Dec 01, 2023 | News, TV
We now have a few more details on exactly how the streaming residuals for both actors and writers will work in the future.
WGA
Writers' strike ends at last, details of deal emerge
by Dan Cooper | Sep 27, 2023 | News
As the writers' strike ends, it appears that film and TV screenwriters have had most of their demands met. Hopes rise that an end to the actors' strike will follow shortly.
The long-running writers' strike appears to be over
by Dan Cooper | Sep 25, 2023 | News
Both parties in the writers' strike have come to a 'tentative agreement', paving the way for the conclusion to a dispute which began 146 days ago....
WGA strike | Negotiations between writers and studios reportedly making progress
by Dan Cooper | Sep 21, 2023 | News
Hope is growing that an end to the months-long writers' strike may finally be on the horizon, as reports suggest that 'incredible progress' has been made.
Writers and studios set to resume negotiations next week
by Dan Cooper | Sep 15, 2023 | News
As the strike moves towards the 150 day mark, it seems that the WGA and AMPTP will renew talks once more. ...
Adam Driver lays into Hollywood studios over ongoing strike
by Dan Cooper | Sep 01, 2023 | News
The Ferrari star used the film's festival debut to issue some choice words regarding the current Hollywood strike and the impasse in labour r...
WGA rejects studio deal, fears of prolonged strike renewed
by Dan Cooper | Aug 24, 2023 | News
The Writers Guild dismisses the studios' offer, sparking concerns that the ongoing strike could be far from over. ...
US studios reveal deal offered to striking writers
by Dan Cooper | Aug 23, 2023 | News
A deal has been put forward by the alliance of US studios as hopes rise that the drawn-out writers strike may soon be resolved....
WGA considering AMTP proposals on AI, as strikes continue
by Dan Cooper | Aug 14, 2023 | News
Negotiations have resumed between studios and striking writers, with concessions reportedly coming in the use of AI. ...
Writers Guild comes out swinging ahead of crunch talks with studios
by Dan Cooper | Aug 04, 2023 | News
If you were hoping a strike-ending love-in might be on the cards, think again - as the WGA has accused the AMPTP of 'spreading disinformation.'...
Writers and studios set to renew negotiations in bid to end strike
by Dan Cooper | Aug 02, 2023 | News
As the strike nears its 100th day for writers, it's been revealed that negotiations will begin between the deadlocked parties. ...
Actors' union chief negotiator says strikes could head into 2024
by Dan Cooper | Jul 25, 2023 | News
The actors' union top negotiator is reading the room and is presenting a scenario that is grim indeed for Hollywood....
US strikes and increased costs spell trouble for new UK studios
by Dan Cooper | Jul 14, 2023 | News
The current actors' strike couldn't come at a worse time for some British studios who are grappling with spiking costs. ...
Actors union SAG-AFTRA is on strike
by Jake Godfrey | Jul 14, 2023 | News
Actors union SAG-AFTRA has voted unanimously to take strike action, making it the first simultaneous strike with the WGA in over six decades....
Film studios reiterate their refusal to negotiate with the Writers Guild
by Jake Godfrey | Jul 13, 2023 | News
As SAG-AFTRA, the Actor's Union, threatens to strike, studios reiterate their position on the Writer's Guild....
Acting union agrees to federal mediation as strike nears
by Dan Cooper | Jul 12, 2023 | News
With a total Hollywood shutdown set to happen by midnight tonight, a last-ditch effort has been made to reach a deal with actors. ...
Akiva Goldsman offers update on I Am Legend, Constantine sequels
by Dan Cooper | Jul 10, 2023 | News
Despite the writers' strike freezing things, sequels to I Am Legend and Constantine still appear to be moving forward....
Actors and producers extend talks, delay possible strike action
by Dan Cooper | Jul 03, 2023 | News
The actors union has extended negotiations with the alliance of producers, averting a potential Hollywood shutdown for a few more days. ...
Details of DGA contract agreements land, sure to vex striking writers
by Dan Cooper | Jun 08, 2023 | News
Strike action latest: lots of the demands made by writers and rejected by studios seem to be part of the deal the DGA has struck. ...
Writers' Guild of Great Britain plans protest to support US writers' strike
by Dan Cooper | Jun 06, 2023 | News
The WGGB has planned a London protest to support US writers, and is also refusing to work on US projects as strike action continues....
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez project shut down against background of WGA strike
by Dan Cooper | Jun 05, 2023 | News
The latest film from Ben Affleck's Artists Equity label has been suspended due to picketing, and it's unclear when Unstoppable will resume....
Directors Guild of America and Producers Alliance reach tentative deal, one strike averted
by Dan Cooper | Jun 05, 2023 | News
Industrial action by the DGA looks set to be averted, whilst the currently protesting Writers Guild of America continue to strike. ...
Channing Tatum expresses concerns about streaming and cinema's future
by Lauren Miles | Jun 02, 2023 | News
In a recent interview with Forbes, Channing Tatum expressed concern over streaming's effect on the quality of storytelling in film....
Key unions issue solidarity pledge as directors' talks draw to a close
by Dan Cooper | Jun 01, 2023 | News
Unions for writers, actors and teamsters issue a joint statement declaring support for the guild of directors as an end to negotiations draws near. ...
Marvel suspends production on Thunderbolts due to writers' strike
by Dan Cooper | May 26, 2023 | News
More Marvel projects may yet delay in the wake of Blade and Thunderbolts being paused until the ongoing writers' strike is resolved....
Directors Guild of America lays out demands for upcoming talks
by Dan Cooper | May 10, 2023 | News
As Hollywood's writers strike and negotiations stall, the DGA prepares to begin its own talks with the producers' alliance. ...
First details of WGA strike deadlock emerge
by Dan Cooper | May 03, 2023 | News
The alliance of film and TV producers seem to be playing hardball, dashing any hope for a quick resolution to Hollywood's strike action....
Writers Guild of America goes out on strike, screenwriters downing pencils
by Dan Cooper | May 02, 2023 | News
The WGA calls on its members to take strike action for the first time since 2007, as final talks with the producers alliance fail. ...
The Writers Guild Of America, and the artificial intelligence in screenwriting debate
by Dan Cooper | Mar 27, 2023 | Feature
As the Writers Guild of America begins negotiations with the Hollywood studios, just how much of a sticking point will AI be?...
Directors Guild announces contract renewal talks with producers association
by Dan Cooper | Mar 07, 2023 | News
Hollywood is facing the threat of strike action at the moment - and an attempt is being made on front at least to get things sorted....
