Almost There: WGA Strike Links Through Feb. 10
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Kristen Kilar
Kristen is a theatre major currently in her last year as a college undergrad, planning to pursue a career as a stage manager. In addiction to theatre she has a deep interest in writing and in fandom. By Kristen Kilar
Published on 02/10/2008
Links to breaking news, writers' blogs, YouTube videos, and other coverage of the WGA strike.
wait, what are we voting for again?
Links to breaking news, writers' blogs, YouTube videos, and other coverage of the WGA strike:
Summary Of The Tentative 2008 WGA Theatrical And Television Basic Agreement (pdf file): The preliminary released summary of the WGA/AMPTP deal.
WGA Press Conference Today (blog post): The WGA will hold a press conference at 12 noon PST on Sunday, Feb. 10, to discuss the contract negotiations developments.
What Happened at the Big Meeting? (blog post): United Hollywood recounts the events of the meeting at the Shrine Auditorium to discuss the tentative deal and the 48-hour membership vote.
Wait -- What Are We Voting For Again? (blog post): UH runs down a quick FAQ for WGA members who couldn't attend the meeting and are confused about the 48 hour vote.
Outside the WGA West Meeting: Writers React (article): TV Guide talks to some WGA members after the guild meeting discussing the tentative deal with the AMPTP. Most of the comments are positive and hopeful.
SAG and AFTRA Kiss and Make Up, Join Forces to Negotiate (article): The Screen Actors' Guild and the American Federation of Television & Radio Artists have announced their intention to bargain for contracts as a team this March.
Tentative Deal Struck: Writers to Vote, Could Start Work by Wednesday (article): TV Guide clarifies some of the practical points of the tentative deal, including the actual lifting of the strike order.
Ad-Supported Streaming: Point/Counterpoint (blog post): United Hollywood discusses the pros and cons of the provision on ad-supported streaming in the deal the AMPTP is offering.
Robert Elisberg: Deal Summary at First Glance (blog post): HuffPo journalist Robert Elisberg discusses some of the problems inherent in the deal summary.
Letter From The Presidents With Deal Summary (blog post): A reproduction of a letter sent out to WGA members discussing the tentative deal agreement and planned meetings to discuss accepting or rejecting it.
Fact Checking the NYT (blog post): United Hollywood corrects New York Times' claim that the strike is over because of "connections".
Abrupt finale for 'Dirt,' 'Riches (article): FX has decided to opt out from producing any further episodes of the second seasons of 'Dirt' and 'The Riches'. This does not affect the possibility for both series to be renewed for a third season.
From Joss Whedon: Do Not Adjust Your Mindset (blog post): WGA and DGA member and fan favorite Joss Whedon discusses rumors, innuendo, propaganda, and jumping to conclusions.
Summary Of The Tentative 2008 WGA Theatrical And Television Basic Agreement (pdf file): The preliminary released summary of the WGA/AMPTP deal.
WGA Press Conference Today (blog post): The WGA will hold a press conference at 12 noon PST on Sunday, Feb. 10, to discuss the contract negotiations developments.
What Happened at the Big Meeting? (blog post): United Hollywood recounts the events of the meeting at the Shrine Auditorium to discuss the tentative deal and the 48-hour membership vote.
Wait -- What Are We Voting For Again? (blog post): UH runs down a quick FAQ for WGA members who couldn't attend the meeting and are confused about the 48 hour vote.
Outside the WGA West Meeting: Writers React (article): TV Guide talks to some WGA members after the guild meeting discussing the tentative deal with the AMPTP. Most of the comments are positive and hopeful.
SAG and AFTRA Kiss and Make Up, Join Forces to Negotiate (article): The Screen Actors' Guild and the American Federation of Television & Radio Artists have announced their intention to bargain for contracts as a team this March.
Tentative Deal Struck: Writers to Vote, Could Start Work by Wednesday (article): TV Guide clarifies some of the practical points of the tentative deal, including the actual lifting of the strike order.
Ad-Supported Streaming: Point/Counterpoint (blog post): United Hollywood discusses the pros and cons of the provision on ad-supported streaming in the deal the AMPTP is offering.
Robert Elisberg: Deal Summary at First Glance (blog post): HuffPo journalist Robert Elisberg discusses some of the problems inherent in the deal summary.
Letter From The Presidents With Deal Summary (blog post): A reproduction of a letter sent out to WGA members discussing the tentative deal agreement and planned meetings to discuss accepting or rejecting it.
Fact Checking the NYT (blog post): United Hollywood corrects New York Times' claim that the strike is over because of "connections".
Abrupt finale for 'Dirt,' 'Riches (article): FX has decided to opt out from producing any further episodes of the second seasons of 'Dirt' and 'The Riches'. This does not affect the possibility for both series to be renewed for a third season.
From Joss Whedon: Do Not Adjust Your Mindset (blog post): WGA and DGA member and fan favorite Joss Whedon discusses rumors, innuendo, propaganda, and jumping to conclusions.