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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I have a hard time feeling bad for Hollywood actors. Writers, sure, but not supportive of an actor strike.[/quote]

I’m supportive of the actors both in their own right — many actors are unfairly paid and barely making ends meet — and also because they’re strike props up the WGA strike.  I hope the studios fold like they did for IASTE two years ago and everyone gets better and safer working conditions.[/quote]

The studios didn't fold with IATSE; the union had to take a crappy deal because SAG-AFTRA, WGA and DGA weren't taking a strong position to back them.  What doesn't get talked about is that the folks who are feeling the brunt of the pain in the current strike are the crews. Crews don't have residuals to fall back on and they are not making big bucks.  They are putting in the 14-16 hour days to bring the content to life.  There has been precious little work for IATSE members since the writer's strike began.  Now there is no work because even non-scripted shows are shut down.

I hope this gets resolved soon.[/quote]

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