So as maybe a few of you might have heard, there could be an upcoming writers strike impacting all films and television (including much streaming and web-based content).
WGA Members Approve Strike Authorization In Historic Turnout
As one of those WGA members that voted yes, I wanted to see what you guys thought about it. I wasn't a member in 2007 during the last strike, but a lot of my peers were and are still salty about the general loss of both content and money.
Do you think it's petulant whining? Is this good collective bargaining? Do you really not give a shit and just hope your favorite show/movie won't get canned or shelved because of it?
The basic details about why are outlined in the above linked article.
As a former IATSE member, I also wanted to know your thoughts on Unions in general.
WGA Members Approve Strike Authorization In Historic Turnout
As one of those WGA members that voted yes, I wanted to see what you guys thought about it. I wasn't a member in 2007 during the last strike, but a lot of my peers were and are still salty about the general loss of both content and money.
Do you think it's petulant whining? Is this good collective bargaining? Do you really not give a shit and just hope your favorite show/movie won't get canned or shelved because of it?
The basic details about why are outlined in the above linked article.
As a former IATSE member, I also wanted to know your thoughts on Unions in general.
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