Hollywood Writers Strike , Brings Entertainment Industry , To a Halt.
On May 2, thousands of Hollywood writers went on strike, demanding higher pay.
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On May 2, thousands of Hollywood writers went on strike, demanding higher pay.
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NBC reports that the strike, which has brought television production to a halt, comes after negotiations failed to avoid the first walkout in over 15 years.
According to the board of directors for the Writers Guild of America, unionized scribes are facing an "existential crisis.".
The board, which includes both West and East Coast branches of the guild, voted unanimously to call for a walkout.
The board, which includes both West and East Coast branches of the guild, voted unanimously to call for a walkout.
The companies’ behavior has created a gig economy inside a union work force, and their immovable stance in this negotiation has betrayed a commitment to further devaluing the profession of writing, Writers Guild of America, Statement via NBC.
In a statement, the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers claims that offers to avoid the strike included, "generous increases in compensation for writers.".
The trade association, which negotiates on the behalf of studios, networks and streaming platforms, claims that union proposals include unreasonable demands.
The trade association, which negotiates on the behalf of studios, networks and streaming platforms, claims that union proposals include unreasonable demands.
NBC reports that the strike has essentially upended the entertainment industry.
Production on both broadcast and streaming shows, as well as some films, has been brought to a virtual standstill.
This week, late-night talk shows will be off-air, while some scripted series may be forced to cut their seasons short or delay filming.
