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business8 days ago•16 min saved

Union Report: U.S. Film and TV Production Spending Drops Sharply as Studios Shift Overseas

A new report commissioned by major Hollywood unions reveals that U.S. film and television production is in severe decline. Between 1999 and 2024, major studios shifted 32% of movie spending and 30% of TV spending to overseas locations. This shift has reduced the share of U.S.-based cast and crew for major films from 72% to 43%. Unions warn that without federal intervention, the industry will continue to lose middle-class jobs, citing a proposed 20% federal tax credit that could generate $250 billion in economic value.

via Deadline|

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entertainment3 years ago•2 min saved

Hollywood Unions Demand Immediate Resumption of SAG-AFTRA Talks

Major Hollywood unions, including the Writers Guild of America, Directors Guild of America, and IATSE, are urging the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) to resume negotiations with SAG-AFTRA immediately. The unions argue that the delay in reaching a fair contract is causing unnecessary suffering for industry professionals who are out of work. They demand that the AMPTP make meaningful moves at the negotiating table to address performers' specific needs and provide them with the fair deal they deserve. The ongoing strikes have taken a toll on the industry, with Hollywood charities reporting a surge in demand for financial assistance and the entertainment sector losing 45,000 jobs since May.

via Hollywood Reporter|

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entertainment3 years ago•1 min saved

Hollywood Unions and Studios at Impasse: Actors Strike Continues

Hollywood unions, including the WGA, DGA, and IATSE, have called on major studios to resume negotiations with SAG-AFTRA after talks broke down. The key issue is the actors' demand to share in the revenue of streaming platforms, with SAG-AFTRA now asking for 57 cents per year per streaming subscriber. The studios have rejected this proposal, estimating it would cost over $800 million. The strike has halted casting, promotion, and production, affecting the entire industry. Other unions, including the Teamsters and American Federation of Musicians, have expressed support for SAG-AFTRA's demands.

via Variety|

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entertainment3 years ago•3 min saved

Producers Demand AMPTP Drop Second "P" in Name

Over 2,300 film and TV producers have signed a letter urging the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) to remove the word "producers" from its name, arguing that it inaccurately implies that all producers are part of the organization. The letter, initiated by the Producers Union, highlights the confusion and negative impact caused by lumping producers into the AMPTP's positions during negotiations. Independent producers have long voiced their concerns about their exclusion from the AMPTP, and the letter aims to raise awareness about their distinct role and lack of basic rights and benefits. The AMPTP has not yet responded to the letter.

via Hollywood Reporter|

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entertainment3 years ago•4 min saved

"Potential Hollywood Actors Strike: Impact on TV Shows, Movies, and A-Listers"

As the Screen Actors Guild contract with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers approaches its expiration, more than 1,000 actors have signed a letter urging the union to fight for a better deal, even if it means going on strike. Actors of color, actors with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ actors are particularly concerned about the lack of representation and fair pay in the industry. Issues such as health insurance, pay disparities, and diminishing residuals are at the forefront of their demands. Streaming services and the distribution of profits are also major concerns. Some actors believe that a strike is necessary to bring about change and ensure fair treatment for future generations of writers and performers.

via The A.V. Club|

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entertainment3 years ago•13 min saved

"Exploring the Feminist Themes and Timely AI Story of Black Mirror's 'Joan Is Awful'"

The latest season of Black Mirror features an episode titled "Joan Is Awful," which explores the rise of artificial intelligence and the content creation ecosystem amid the streaming era. The episode is eerily timely as Hollywood unions like the WGA strike and SAG-AFTRA continue to negotiate with the AMPTP over industry-shifting issues like AI. Director Ally Pankiw and actress Annie Murphy discuss the episode's themes of solidarity between women, inclusivity in casting and crew, and the impact of AI on the entertainment industry.

via Hollywood Reporter|

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