What the fuck are the studios gonna do, make movies and shows without actors?

Highlights: The negotiating committee of the actors’ union, SAG-AFTRA, told its members on Saturday that it had received a “Last, Best and Final Offer” from the major entertainment studios as a strike that has brought much of Hollywood to a standstill continued for a 114th day.

“We are reviewing it and considering our response within the context of the critical issues addressed in our proposals,” the negotiating committee said. They did not say when they would respond to the offer, which came after an hourlong video conference call that included top studio executives.

Included in the offer was a wage increase that could be the highest in four decades, according to a person familiar with the offer who spoke on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the negotiations. The studios also offered the actors a new way to determine residuals for streaming programs based on performance metrics, and protections on artificial intelligence, including consent and compensation requirements. The studios also offered an increase to the pension and health funds.

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        Pretty sure that’s the real Margot Robbie, check their post history! It’s really cool that Margs is part of the community!!

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          oh yeah, check the post history, some how Margot Robbie is an expert in programming IDEs: https://lemm.ee/comment/5424323

          Pretty sure this is some Linux nerd running an elaborate joke. Nothing in Margot Robbie’s bio, or interviews suggest a background or interest in programming.

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            Knowing the difference between VS and VSCode hardly makes me an expert on IDEs. Even if the subject came up (and it never does), why would I ever brag about having basic knowledge of random subjects on national TV?

            Also, if I remember correctly, wasn’t there this recent summer blockbuster where the female protagonist defying stereotype and saying something unexpectedly knowledgeable or insightful was a recurring (and somewhat overused) joke?

            But some inexplicable reason, I just can’t recall the name of that movie, only in theater July 21st.

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              Have you ever mentioned Lemmy in any official communication?

              Because I would love to see any tangible proof it’s the real MR.

              I’ll wait post strike, no hurry here.

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            Well you can see she has a lot of newfound spare time with the strikes, it’s possible she just picked it up. It’s also possible that she keeps that part of her life private.

            Throughout the profile there’s tons of proof it’s her, she makes references to the strikes and her movies constantly! There’s even a picture of herself as the profile pic!!

            Just because Margot is an actress doesn’t mean she doesn’t program, be a little bit open minded. I think it’s pretty neat that she’s an expert in programming IDE’s now, maybe Lemmy is what sparkled her interest to learn!

            Edit: Your name is phoneymouse! I looked up the definition of phoney. According to Marian Webster it means “not genuine or real.”. I think you’re projecting!

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            a) the Ulmer scale (A–D) hasn’t been used in nearly 15 years, and even then it was out of date

            b) panel show and reality TV appearances (The ‘D’ section of the Ulmer) aren’t really the major concern here

            Tell me the amount of money you think I got paid for a night shoot for a single ep appearance (not co-star) on BET?

            Then tell me how much you think I’ve earned in residuals from it since?

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              Say more about this? I’ve seen a few good pieces about acting compensation over the years, but nowhere near as many as I’d have liked.

              How much did you get paid, assuming it’s not hypothetical? What do panel and reality shows pay? I assume residuals are $0, but I know nothing. What’s the real story here?

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                “Guest Star”, unnamed character, end roll credits only, 1 ep, about 5 or 6 lines. Just over a grand before fees, about USD$800 after, not factoring year end taxes. No residuals as I wasn’t a principal and it wasn’t full SAG.

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                  You got paid $800 for one-night’s work and 5 or 6 lines?

                  And still complaining? Lol. Get a grip.

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                    1 nights work on set (i think i got there at 6pm and ended up being wrapped about 8am), but you only work once every couple of months AND you’re not counting auditions, wardrobe/fitting call, driving, So it was actually $800 for about 30 hours work (again before tax). Are you telling me that working for $25/hour gross for an overnight shift once, a few times a year is a big privilege?

                    Both me and my wife are actors. I do more stage, she does more commercials. We both have day jobs - mine is corporate and I either kill myself working 100 hour weeks or use my PTO when I get cast, hers is education and so just has to turn down gigs if they clash with her work.

                    Not to mention

                    • new headshots every year
                    • at least one training program every year
                    • actors access, backstage
                    • above platforms also have separate fees for reels - of which there are dramatic, commercial, voice and specialist reels (eg skinsuit, circus skills, music, vocals, accents, cartoons…)
                    • regular calls with agents and managers
                    • networking
                    • participating in the community (going to the theatre, short film fests, comedy nights, open mics, monologue slams).

                    I also sit on the board of three theatre companies (unpaid) and judge a few festivals (paid in free tickets to the shows I’m judging and sometimes a dinner).

                    If you’re making less than $25/hour and working less than a few times a year, so that you can call me privileged I’d be incredibly surprised.

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              How much did you get paid for 1 night of being in front of a camera?

              Also, I don’t really care about the specific ulmer scale. It’s a good tool to discuss the popularity of actors, you can replace D-list with E, F, G, etc etc. until the point makes sense to you.

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                I mean you were the one who used it, so if you don’t care about how popular an actor is, why do you think they should get paid less?

                Lets even the field: What work do you do, and why should you get a pay cut starting tomorrow?