The union representing Australian screen workers signalled its support for the US strike but warned its members they would not be protected if they took similar industrial action. Fran Drescher’s fiery speech against Hollywood studios goes viral as actors strike- Advertisement -Screen workers on foreign-backed documentaries, light entertainment, and reality shows will not be affected. Australian screenwriters are in an even more disadvantageous position than their American counterparts. Claire Pullen, the executive director of the Australian Writers’ Guild (AWG), said streaming services pay no residuals or royalties to Australian screenwriters. The strike by Hollywood actors and screenwriters is expected to have a significant impact on the Australian film and television industry.

Source: The Guardian July 14, 2023 06:53 UTC