The COVID-19 crisis delayed bargaining between the Writers Guild of America and the major studios. Now, the sides can't agree on how long they should extend the current film and TV contract.
What does the coronavirus crisis mean for a potential Hollywood writers strike? The pandemic makes the prospect of a walkout less likely, experts say.However, such a large meeting was not possible because of new statewide rules on social distancing intended to reduce the spread of the virus.Instead, some conversations via phone and email have taken place in recent days, said people familiar with the communications who were not authorized to comment.
The producers’ alliance, however, wants to extend the contract sooner — by June 30 — in order to avoid creating further uncertainty in the industry already roiled by the coronavirus outbreak. The contract for Hollywood’s largest union, SAG-AFTRA, also expires June 30. Unlike actors, directors and below-the-line crew members, many writers can still work during the production shutdown.
The producers’ alliance is expected to press the WGA to adopt framework of the deal recently negotiated by the Directors Guild of America, which includes increases in minimum salaries and a nearly 50% increase in residuals for members working on original shows made for subscription video on-demand series.
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