The New York Times – Film:
The studios and the actors’ union haven’t spoken for more than two months, but a deal is needed before the entertainment industry can fully return.
Author: John Koblin and Nicole Sperling
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Fran Drescher Takes Center Stage as the Actors’ Union Leader
The New York Times – Film:
Fran Drescher, who became a household name for her role on a 1990s sitcom, is now president of the union going on strike.
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Striking Writers Find Their Villain: Netflix
The New York Times – Film:
Fear of protests prompted the streaming giant to shift an anticipated presentation for advertisers to a virtual event and a top executive to skip an honorary gala.
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Netflix Tells Employees Ads May Come by the End of 2022
The New York Times – Film:
Executives said they were aiming to introduce an ad-supported, lower-priced subscription tier in the last three months of the year, quicker than originally indicated.