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entertainment5 months ago•2 min saved

Legendary Negotiates Distribution Deal with Paramount

Legendary Pictures is in talks with Paramount to establish a new movie distribution deal, following the expiration of its previous agreements with Sony and Warner Bros. The deal would exclude certain franchises like Godzilla-Kong and Dune, which remain with Warner Bros. Despite mixed success at Sony, Legendary continues to produce major hits like the Minecraft Movie and upcoming projects like Gundam. The negotiations are part of Paramount's broader efforts to rapidly expand its film slate after its merger with Skydance.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#entertainment #film-production #legendary

labor-relations1 year ago•12 min saved

IATSE President Matthew Loeb Discusses Hollywood's Precarious Future, Studio Talks, Teamsters Rally, and Election 2024

IATSE president Matthew Loeb discusses the upcoming negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, emphasizing the need for security in the precarious industry and not ruling out a strike vote. He highlights the joint negotiations with the Hollywood Teamsters and other crafts, the importance of solidarity, and the focus on securing benefits and job security. Loeb also addresses the state of the labor movement in Hollywood, the potential impact of the 2024 election, and the union's concerns regarding AI and job protection.

via Deadline|

#hollywood #iatse #labor-movement

entertainment1 year ago•6 min saved

"Coyote vs. Acme: The Demise of a Looney Tunes Movie"

Warner Bros. initially canceled the live-action/animated hybrid movie "Coyote vs. Acme," but after public outcry, they allowed the filmmakers to shop it around. Despite interest and offers from Netflix, Amazon, and Paramount, Warner Bros. demanded a high price and refused to negotiate, ultimately leading to the movie's uncertain fate. With the studio's earnings call approaching, the film's future looks bleak, and it may face deletion without finding a new home. The situation highlights the challenges and complexities of studio negotiations and the impact on film production.

via Yahoo Entertainment|

#coyote-vs-acme #entertainment #film-production