Comments on: Despite rumors, still no DGA-AMPTP talks scheduled

By: znachki

znachki — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:44:08 +0000

I think that the “reports and speculation” were really just wishful thinking on the part of the AMPTP and Variety’s McNary. They read more into the DGA’s statement regarding the resumption talks than was really there.
One of the DGA’s key statements was “only if an appropriate basis for negotiations can be established”. At this point they don’t seem to be able to reach that basis.
The DGA’s big concern in the negotiation? New media, and we all know how the AMPTP feels about that.

By: J

Wed, 09 Jan 2008 03:21:14 +0000

That’s fantastic.
I hope they stay on strike forever.
It will help Americans pay more attention to things that really matter, other than their poorly written, wretched dramas and comedies in the movies and television.
Almost every DVD I own is of old movies and television shows now. Guess why?
Please, please STAY ON STRIKE!!

By: alex

alex — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 02:12:00 +0000

I’m glad that the DGA hasn’t compromised with its contract. It needs to set a precedent for the writers.