Summary: A landmark resolution has been reached between SAG-AFTRA and AMPTP, bringing an end to Hollywood’s longest strike. This long-awaited agreement comes after an intense standoff over issues related to AI and streaming service residuals. Although details remain undisclosed, this news marks a significant milestone.
The Strike: A Battle Of Interests
For months, esteemed actors under the umbrella of the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) held pickets outside major studios like Netflix and Disney. A bitter battle of interests and rights, the strike was centered on residual payments for shows on streaming services and, extensively, the projected use of artificial intelligence (AI) in actors’ performances.
AI: The Bone Of Contention
AI’s emergence in the entertainment industry, especially involving generative AI, has caused a stir. Studios showed interest in using AI scans of actors, even posthumously, without explicit consent—an action that was vehemently opposed by SAG-AFTRA. They insisted on adequate compensation and consent for these scans, leading to stalled negotiations.
A Season Of Strikes
Earlier this year, the industry was also rocked by strikes initiated by the Writers Guild of America. They fought for and successfully secured a deal that protected writers from AI encroachment—a triumph undoubtedly presenting a precedent for the SAG-AFTRA strike.
The Resolution: Moving Forward
This resolution between SAG-AFTRA and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) is a significant leap forward. It signals a seeming end to this tumultuous period in Hollywood and the beginning of a new chapter where actors’ rights are set to be better protected. While further details about the agreement and AI protections involved are awaited, the industry can finally breathe a sigh of relief.
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