Celebrities including Lily Gladstone, Cillian Murphy, and Margot Robbie showcased their best fashion looks at the 30th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards, with a variety of styles from sober black and white to colorful ensembles. The event, which was streamed on Netflix for the first time, saw stars from film and television posing on the red carpet in Los Angeles, marking a stark contrast to the recent strike days when members of the Screen Actors Guild were seen in casual attire.
Three female actors reported Vincent Gallo to the Screen Actors Guild for making sexually explicit comments and demands during auditions for his new film, The Policeman, in which he plays the Golden State Killer. Gallo allegedly required actors to be 100% dominated by him and perform actions without the presence of an intimacy coordinator, leading to complaints of sexually aggressive behavior. The casting team and set's intimacy coordinator have expressed support for the performers and apologized for their experience.
Oppenheimer, Succession, and The Bear lead the nominations for the Screen Actors Guild awards, with notable nods for performances in both film and television categories. The nominations include recognition for actors in leading and supporting roles, as well as ensemble casts. The TV categories are led by Succession, while The Bear stands out in the comedy categories. The awards ceremony will take place on 24 February and will be streamed live on Netflix for the first time.
The 2024 Screen Actors Guild Awards nominations were announced, with "Everything Everywhere All at Once" winning four awards at the previous ceremony. The upcoming 30th annual SAG Awards will be streamed live on Netflix, and the nominations include a diverse range of categories such as outstanding performance in television and motion pictures, as well as action performance by stunt ensembles.
The Screen Actors Guild (SAG) has reached a tentative agreement with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, potentially ending the longest labor strike in the guild's history. The deal includes extensive protections for actors regarding the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in their work, going beyond agreements made by other industry unions. While there are concerns about the effectiveness of these protections, the agreement sends a clear message that workers will not tolerate exploitation and displacement by Big Tech. The SAG deal, along with agreements made by the Directors Guild of America and the Writers Guild of America, marks an important step in labor's fight for fair treatment in the age of AI.
The actors' union, Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists, has reported no progress in their efforts to end the ongoing strike, which has now reached 113 days, the longest in history. The union is awaiting a response from the studios on their comprehensive counter-proposal, which includes limitations on the use of artificial intelligence to recreate actors' likenesses and performances. The studios have warned that unless a deal is reached this week, it will be impossible to salvage half a season of scripted television and the 2024 summer movie season is increasingly in peril. Other demands from the union include general wage increases, improved compensation for streaming programs, and better health and retirement benefits.
The ongoing Screen Actors Guild strike has impacted the production of the F1 movie, forcing the crew to revisit circuits next year to complete filming. Lead actors Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, and Javier Bardem will not return to work in time for filming at the final two F1 races this year. However, other cast members and actors from the fictional Apex GP team can continue working. Despite the disruptions, the film's 2025 release date remains unchanged, and post-production will run simultaneously with the remaining scenes being filmed. Lewis Hamilton, a consultant producer for the film, stated that the upcoming Las Vegas Grand Prix will play an important part in the movie.
Voice actress Jennifer Hale revealed that she was paid $1,200 for her role as Naomi Hunter in the original Metal Gear Solid game, despite the game's massive success and estimated profits of $176 million. Hale expressed her desire for video game voice actors to receive residuals and called for a change in the standard payment structure. Her comments come in the midst of negotiations between the Screen Actors Guild and video game companies, with the possibility of a strike looming. Metal Gear Solid will be re-released as part of the Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol 1 on October 24.
Zelda Williams, daughter of the late actor Robin Williams, has criticized the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to recreate her father's voice, likening it to a "horrendous Frankensteinian monster." She expressed her support for the Screen Actors Guild's fight against AI, highlighting the issue of actors who cannot consent to their voices being recreated. Zelda emphasized the importance of living actors having the opportunity to create characters and put their human effort into performances. The use of AI in entertainment has become a contentious topic, with unions seeking regulations to protect actors' rights.
Zelda Williams, daughter of the late actor Robin Williams, has expressed her discomfort with the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to recreate her father's voice, calling it "personally disturbing." She called for tighter controls on the use of AI, highlighting the issue as one of the key points of dispute between the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP). Zelda emphasized the importance of protecting living actors' ability to create characters and voiced concerns about the potential negative impact of AI on the entertainment industry.
Thousands of striking actors and writers gathered in Hollywood to demonstrate unity and pressure studios to end the ongoing work stoppage. Talks between the Writers Guild of America and major studios have broken down, with each side blaming the other. The rally, the largest thus far, aimed to show resolve and prevent division among union members. The strike is causing economic difficulties for writers, actors, and support staff. Both groups are seeking higher pay and stronger contract language to protect against AI replacement. The strike is also hurting studios financially, with Warner Bros. Discovery projecting a $500 million loss this year. If the strike continues, there may be no new content for the fall TV season.
Adam Driver criticizes major film studios and streamers for their treatment of workers during the ongoing US actors' and writers' strike. Driver questions why independent producers can meet the demands of the unions while big companies like Netflix and Amazon cannot. He expresses solidarity with the unions and highlights the support received from independent producers for the strike. The strike, which has lasted for 50 days, involves over 170,000 workers and revolves around pay and the use of artificial intelligence in the film and television industries. Driver's comments were made before the premiere of the film "Ferrari" at the Venice Film Festival, which received mixed reviews from critics.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Emma Stone navigate the Telluride Film Festival amidst the ongoing Screen Actors Guild strike. Louis-Dreyfus becomes the first actor to take advantage of the interim agreement, allowing her to promote her film "Tuesday." She expresses solidarity with the union and criticizes the Alliance of Motion Picture Television Producers (AMPTP) for not reaching a deal. Stone, on the other hand, attends the festival incognito, avoiding Q&As and press for her film "Poor Things." Other actors, such as Sandra Hüller, Laura Linney, Maya Hawke, and Dakota Johnson, also participate in the festival with films covered by interim agreements. The strike's impact is subtly felt throughout the festival, with sponsors forgoing logo signage and local businesses offering perks to SAG-AFTRA members.
Fran Drescher, president of the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists, believes that the ongoing actors strike is about more than just the entertainment industry. She sees it as a larger stand against corporate leaders who prioritize shareholders over the people who create their product. Drescher's fiery speech at the strike announcement criticized studio and streaming service leaders for standing on the wrong side of history. She emphasizes the need for change in the culture of big business and warns that if things don't change radically, the industry will ultimately be hurt by the strike.
A survey conducted by Horizon Media's WHY Group reveals that a majority of movie and TV fans are siding with striking actors and writers. The study, titled "The Tipping Point," found that over half of the respondents were aware of the strikes, with 73% of those invested in following the story. While 45% supported the writers, 39% sided with the actors. The survey also showed that viewers were willing to wait for their favorite shows and movies to return until the strike is over, with many opting to rewatch old shows or explore other genres of entertainment. The survey also highlighted concerns about the rising cost of streaming services and the potential shift of young consumers to platforms like TikTok.
