This time, Hollywood’s striking writers think they may just win. Will cross-union solidarity be enough?
Writers Guild
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The Writers Walk
Today on TAP: The nearly century-long war between the studios and the writers continues.
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The Implications of Scarlett Johansson’s Marvel Lawsuit
It’s actually a story about Hollywood labor compensation, and the growing power of streaming services.
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Hollywood Ending: A Rare Win Over Private Equity Giants
Film and television writers fired their agents two years ago. By sticking together, they won practically everything they were demanding.
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The Writers Guild’s Dispute Had a Prequel. Lew Wasserman and the Feds Were the Stars.
But this time around, the Justice Department isn’t interested in challenging antitrust violations.
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How Private Equity Ate Hollywood—and Why Writers Are Fighting Back
Now largely owned by private equity firms, the big talent agencies have turned to producing films and shows—both representing and employing writers. That, say the writers, doesn’t work.
