Hollywood actors and writers are on strike at the same time for over six decades.
In July, the US actors’ union Sag-Aftra (the Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists) joined the Writers Guild of America (WGA) on strike over contract negotiations.
Sag-Aftra negotiators are demanding, among other things, residual payments partly based on viewership levels on streaming services. But studios – such as Netflix, Amazon and Disney – are not willing to share the information.
Equity, the UK actors’ union, has said it will “stand in unwavering solidarity” with Sag-Atfra, with a rally held on 21 July in London attracting high profile stars like Brian Cox and Naomie Harris.
We want to hear from UK film and TV industry workers. How have the US strikes impacted the industry? What does this mean for you? What are your views on the strikes?
