We thought a resolution might be reached over the weekend, but the negotiations between SAG-AFTRA And AMPTP are still ongoing, with talks expected to resume at some point today.
As the historic 110-day strike continues, the union (via THR) notes that while “talks over the past week have been productive, we remain far apart on key issues.” Those issues include, but are not limited to, AI guardrails and SAG-AFTRA’s attempt to secure a share in streaming project revenue.
“Please help us keep pressure on the AMPTP by showing up on the picket lines, raising your voices at rallies across the country and by posting messages of support and strength on social media,” the committee said in a statement.
In related news, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Expendables 4 star Megan Fox has faced some backlash for her Halloween costume of choice. The actress dressed as Gogo Yubari from Quentin Tarantino's Kill Bill, which wouldn't seem like anything to get too riled up about, except she seemingly went out of her way to taunt the union by tagging SAG-AFTRA in her photos.
Earlier this month, SAG-AFTRA strongly urged union members and allies not to dress up as TV and movie characters from "struck projects" in hopes of avoiding any free publicity from studios and streamers.
This request has been waved off and outright ridiculed by others, including Deadpool 3 star Ryan Reynolds, but with things already so tense, what is viewed as a deliberate attempt to exacerbate the situation has not sat well with some other SAG members.
"What a rebel. Keep posturing for stupid shit, pretty lady. Meanwhile we’ll be working 10 hours a day - unpaid - to get basic contract earners a fair deal," Tweeted Abbott Elementary star Lisa Ann Walter. "(PS-the post responded members questions. No one cares about kids’ costumes. Just high pros at fancy parties. Like Megan)."
Reynolds didn't escape her ire.
We'll be sure to keep you updated as talks continue. Let's hope a satisfactory outcome is reached soon.