Spawn_of_Apathy Posted May 3 Share Posted May 3 Yeah they better close that hole with contracts now. Because if they don’t then the next time they go on strike they may not come back. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 3 Share Posted May 3 I’m sure there are companies like whoever make Final Draft already working on AI text generation functionality for their screenplay writing software. The studios always look for ways to cut what they just view as costs out of the chain. They tried it with movie theaters during the pandemic, not realizing how theatrical releases are still core to their ability to make money and streaming still doesn’t make economic sense as a business. But if movie watchers and filmmakers change their views over time to no longer see theatrical release as the pinnacle, AND they figure out how to charge enough for their service, they will tell theaters to take a hike. I just don’t see that happening for quite some time. I think we are much closer to the point where AI could at least be brought in to perform rewrites and punch ups on scripts to a level studios would be pleased with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skillzdadirecta Posted May 6 Share Posted May 6 WGA Strike: Disney Using “Union-Busting Tactics,” Guild Says; Mouse House, HBO, CBS Demand Showrunners Work Despite Labor Action – Update DEADLINE.COM (Updated with more studios information & WGA response) Hollywood is in the throes of its biggest labor action in 15 years as the Writers Guild of America is on strike after the collapse of talk… 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Posted May 8 Author Share Posted May 8 David Simon’s Deal Was Suspended Today By HBO; ‘The Wire’ Creator Has Written 25 Years For Network DEADLINE.COM David Simon's Deal Was Suspended Today By HBO; 'The Wire' Creator Has Written 25 Years For Network Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Firewithin Posted May 8 Share Posted May 8 GRRM came out to day and announced he will continue his writing strike 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thewhyteboar Posted May 9 Share Posted May 9 1 hour ago, Firewithin said: GRRM came out to day and announced he will continue his writing strike Bro’s been in solidarity for the past 15 years. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skillzdadirecta Posted May 9 Share Posted May 9 How A WGA Hit Squad Is Shutting Down Hollywood One Shoot At A Time DEADLINE.COM Deadline understands a low-key WGA operation is in place to target specific filming locations across LA in order to shut them down. Quote How did they do it? Ostensibly, with two people each holding picket signs. Under labor laws, that’s all that’s required for an official picket line, which in turn means that the other unions, from IATSE to the Teamsters can refuse cross the picket line. Last week, Wonder Man, which stars Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as the titular character, was shooting in Hollywood and the squad managed to disrupt proceedings. Then on Monday, the show, which was created by Destin Daniel Cretton and Andrew Guest, was filming at CBS’ Radford location, where again they were met by picketers. Given that the series was originally planned to shoot through August, one would imagine it may get hit again. Similarly, Loot was filming in Beverly Hills and once a picket line was put up, others refused to cross it and star Maya Rudolph, whose writing credits include Maya & Marty and Sarah Cooper: Everything’s Fine and is married to writer/director Paul Thomas Anderson, refused to go on set. I knew Wonder Man was casted but didn't realize that the show was in production. I didn't even realize it was a show at this point. Also didn't know PT Anderson was married to Maya Rudolph. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyser_Soze Posted May 9 Share Posted May 9 7 minutes ago, skillzdadirecta said: Also didn't know PT Anderson was married to Maya Rudolph. Since 2001 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoberChef Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 I was curious if there was a list of productions affected by the strike, I came across this yet I feel as though the list is egregiously short by any estimation, surely no? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoberChef Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 On 5/6/2023 at 12:58 AM, skillzdadirecta said: WGA Strike: Disney Using “Union-Busting Tactics,” Guild Says; Mouse House, HBO, CBS Demand Showrunners Work Despite Labor Action – Update DEADLINE.COM (Updated with more studios information & WGA response) Hollywood is in the throes of its biggest labor action in 15 years as the Writers Guild of America is on strike after the collapse of talk… Showrunner Tony Gilroy Ceases Producing Services on ‘Andor’ (Exclusive) WWW.HOLLYWOODREPORTER.COM The creator of the Disney+ series, singled out on social media for performing non-writing duties, tells The Hollywood Reporter that he has stopped all such functions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fizzzzle Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 honestly, if you work in an industry where your job could even POSSIBLY be either reproduced and/or "enhanced" by AI (unless your job involves physically moving things, that probably means you), a strike is probably something you want to consider sooner rather than later. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stepee Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 9 hours ago, Fizzzzle said: honestly, if you work in an industry where your job could even POSSIBLY be either reproduced and/or "enhanced" by AI (unless your job involves physically moving things, that probably means you), a strike is probably something you want to consider sooner rather than later. You mean don’t wait until your employers can call your bluff by replacing you with running a script? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Jason Posted May 14 Author Share Posted May 14 Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3 Production Delayed – Trek Central TREKCENTRAL.NET The Writers Guild of America has gone on strike to fight for better terms for its members. Star Trek: Strange New Worlds was due to begin filming its third season on May 2nd, the same day that strike action began. Without writers on sets and writers' rooms closing down, TV and Film projects have begun halting production. Canadian Film and TV Unions also stand in solidarity with the WGA, impacting US productions... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Posted May 14 Author Share Posted May 14 On 5/2/2023 at 12:02 AM, skillzdadirecta said: This strike ain't gonna last long. Still expecting it to be fast? Apparently SAG-AFTRA is gonna strike when their contract expires at the end of June. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skillzdadirecta Posted May 14 Share Posted May 14 47 minutes ago, Jason said: Still expecting it to be fast? Apparently SAG-AFTRA is gonna strike when their contract expires at the end of June. Nah. I'm hearing from friends now this may be a bit, unfortunately. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Posted May 24 Author Share Posted May 24 On 5/14/2023 at 11:09 AM, skillzdadirecta said: Nah. I'm hearing from friends now this may be a bit, unfortunately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoberChef Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 So Writers are already on strike, an almost 100% probability that actors will be next, then we still have directors, producers, and editors ... so what's the over/under for Hollywood to grind to a halt by July 4th? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thewhyteboar Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 6 hours ago, Jason said: That’s infuriating. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commissar SFLUFAN Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 2 hours ago, SoberChef said: So Writers are already on strike, an almost 100% probability that actors will be next, then we still have directors, producers, and editors ... so what's the over/under for Hollywood to grind to a halt by July 4th? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skillzdadirecta Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 2 hours ago, SoberChef said: So Writers are already on strike, an almost 100% probability that actors will be next, then we still have directors, producers, and editors ... so what's the over/under for Hollywood to grind to a halt by July 4th? Directors are starting their contracts next month (June) with Actors right behind in July. So it's entirely possible things will come to a halt this summer, maybe not by July 4th. The Suits seem to drawing a line in the sand. Crazy shit right now. Maybe this is why Zsalav pulled this shit on Max. ‘Pay your writers!’ Students boo Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav during commencement speech amid Hollywood writers strike FORTUNE.COM Writers want better pay, new contracts for the streaming era, and protection against A.I.-generated content. Students relate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSpreader Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 They can't make movies without these ppl so whatever burn it all down 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost_MH Posted June 6 Share Posted June 6 Just to get ahead of the ball, SAG-AFTRA members have already voted to strike if the need arises. SAG-AFTRA Members Overwhelmingly Approve Strike Authorization DEADLINE.COM SAG-AFTRA members have voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike if upcoming contract talks fail to produce a satisfactory agreement by June 30. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spork3245 Posted June 6 Share Posted June 6 Nice video that kind of details the 07/08 strike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Posted June 27 Author Share Posted June 27 SAG-AFTRA and Hollywood Studios Still at Odds Over Higher Residuals for Hit Streaming Shows VARIETY.COM With four days to go before the contract deadline, SAG-AFTRA and Hollywood studios are at odds over the issue of higher pay for hit streaming series. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ominous Posted August 28 Share Posted August 28 On 5/2/2023 at 3:02 AM, skillzdadirecta said: This strike ain't gonna last long. How much longer before it is long? 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nokra Posted August 29 Share Posted August 29 9 hours ago, Ominous said: How much longer before it is long? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skillzdadirecta Posted August 29 Share Posted August 29 21 hours ago, Ominous said: How much longer before it is long? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ominous Posted August 29 Share Posted August 29 1 minute ago, skillzdadirecta said: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Commissar SFLUFAN Posted August 29 Share Posted August 29 The financial issues regarding streaming as addressed in this investor lawsuit are very much part and parcel of why the studios would rather cut their own throats that give the writers/actors financial transparency. Investors Sue Disney Over Alleged Chapek Era “Cost-Shifting Scheme” to Hide Streaming Losses WWW.HOLLYWOODREPORTER.COM The suit takes aim at former CEO Bob Chapek's lofty subscriber growth and profitability targets for Disney+. The entertainment giant faces a host of litigation dealing with efforts to boost subscriptions for its streaming service. Quote As Disney stock hovers at its lowest levels in nearly a decade, the company was hit with another lawsuit alleging it misled investors about the success of Disney+ by concealing the true costs of operating the platform. Disney is being accused of lying about the extent of its losses to hit lofty subscriber growth targets and claiming that the streaming service was on track to achieve profitability by the end of 2024. Investors detail a scheme to “inappropriately shift costs” by debuting content created for Disney+ on legacy platforms to move marketing and production costs. Quote The complaint filed on Aug. 23 in California federal court is at least the third taking issue with the company’s efforts to boost subscriptions for its streaming platform. It faces an identical investor suit over an alleged “cost-shifting scheme” in its streaming division and claims that it obstructed a deal between TSG Entertainment Finance and 20th Century Studios, which Disney owns, to “prop up” Disney+ and inflate its stock price. The suit claims that company executives hid the expense and difficulty of maintaining subscriber growth as it suffered “staggering costs” to create content. In an effort to hide losses, the complaint claims, former chief executive Bob Chapek, his lieutenant Kareem Daniel and former CFO Christine McCarthy aired The Mysterious Benedict Society and Doogie Kameāloha, M.D. — which were supposed to be Disney+ originals — on the Disney Channel to make the streaming service appear more successful than it actually was. Investors take issue with statements from the executives touting gains. For example, in December 2020 Chapek said, “Disney+ has exceeded our wildest expectations with 86.8 million subscribers as of December 2” and that the “success” of the platform has “bolstered our confidence in our continued acceleration towards a DTC-first business model.” He repeatedly stated that it would be profitable by the end of 2024. This forecast represented an “astounding three-fold increase from prior estimates without any degradation in expected profitability for the segment,” the suit says. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Posted September 11 Author Share Posted September 11 Drew Barrymore Slammed by Hollywood for Bringing Talk Show Back Amid Strikes: ‘Gross,’ ‘Scab,’ ‘Incredibly Disappointing’ VARIETY.COM Drew Barrymore is being called "gross" and a scab for bringing back "The Drew Barrymore Show" amid the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLeon Posted September 11 Share Posted September 11 That awkward moment where Hollywood has to pretend to give a shit about The Drew Barrymore Show… 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Posted September 11 Author Share Posted September 11 'Drew Barrymore Show' Fans Kicked Out of Taping for Wearing WGA Pins WWW.THEWRAP.COM Two fans of "The Drew Barrymore Show" were kicked out of a taping for wearing WGA pins as the struck show returns to filming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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