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Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
WGA Members Face a ‘Deeply Uncomfortable' Vote to Expel Two of Their Own
Members of the Writers Guild of America West are engaged in unusual vote this week on whether to banish two of their own — Roma Roth and Edward Drake — for allegedly performing 'writing services' during the 2023 strike. The membership is also being asked to uphold disciplinary moves against two others, Julie Bush and Tim Doyle, that fall short of expulsion. The vote will conclude at 2 p.m. on Friday. More from Variety WGA Bars Members From Working on Martin Scorsese-Produced 'Wall of White' Movie From Randall Emmett's Convergence Entertainment WGA Seeks to Discipline Four Writers for Breaking Guild Rules During 2023 Strike Writers Guild Awards Nominations: 'Challengers,' 'Dune 2' and 'Wicked' Among the Nominees In an email to members on Wednesday, WGA Board Member Rob Forman acknowledged that it's an awkward situation. 'I know it's deeply uncomfortable to vote on disciplining other writers, especially during this horrible contraction,' he wrote. But, he urged the membership to 'join me in holding these writers accountable' for breaking guild rules, 'and reject the disciplined members' excuses for hurting the Guild by turning their backs on their fellow writers during the strike.' A vote of this kind is extremely rare. The WGA West expelled a writer, Larry Amoros, in 2013, but he did not appeal, saying he had already resigned. After the 2007-08 WGA strike, Jay Leno was cleared of strike-breaking allegations, while three others were disciplined. Forman said there had not been an appeal of a disciplinary matter in the last couple of decades. There has also been some internal consternation over whether the process has been fair. Doyle is facing a public censure for posting a tasteless joke on Facebook. His attorney has argued that the WGA went beyond its powers by policing his speech on social media. His trial committee — the five volunteer writers tasked with adjudicating rule violations — recommended a lesser, confidential censure along with some equity and inclusion training. The board overruled that recommendation in favor of public discipline. One of the members of the trial committee strongly objected to the process, calling it a 'gross overreach.' Doyle was disciplined under Article X.A. Section 1 of the WGA Constitution, which allows penalties for 'any conduct which is prejudicial to the welfare of the Guild or of unfair dealing with another member of the Guild.' In a 'minority report,' the dissenting trial committee member argued that using that language to censure members' speech would subject everyone to 'the whim of five randomly selected trial committee members.' The member wrote, 'I feel that the Board and guild counsel have chosen to intentionally misrepresent and weaponize provisions of our Constitution in an attempt to send a message and punish a member of the guild.' In three of the four cases before the membership, the WGA board imposed a higher penalty than was recommended by the trial committee. In the fourth case, the trial committee recommended that Roth be expelled for working on 'Sullivan's Crossing' during the strike. But a member of that committee, Jill Goldsmith, refused to sign off on the penalty, saying the process was not 'fair and proper.' Goldsmith agreed that Roma had violated the rules, and said she concurred with the committee's initial recommendation of a five-year suspension. After that recommendation was approved, Goldsmith alleged that a guild lawyer, Laura Raden, informed the committee that no penalty would have an 'impact' on Roth's career. That caused the committee to reconsider and support the stiffer penalty of expulsion, Goldsmith alleged. Goldsmith, a former public defender, argued that the discipline could indeed impact Roth's career, and that the process had been improperly tainted by the representation that it wouldn't. 'I believe that before expelling a member and making a decision that can affect their life and livelihood, a proper process needs to be put in place,' she wrote. 'Systems could be put in place to make sure this doesn't happen again.' Under the WGA Constitution, members may appeal any discipline imposed by the board at the next annual membership meeting. The constitution also provides that the disciplined member, or their attorney, may speak in person at the meeting, and that the outcome will be determined by an in-person vote of the members. The WGA West has not had an annual meeting since April 2019, and does not have one scheduled. So when the appeals were filed, the board adopted a resolution to hold an online vote, rather than an in-person one. Bush, who was given a one-year suspension for submitting a script to a non-signatory company during the strike, has argued that the board cannot unilaterally change its appeal process in midstream. She argues that would entail a change in the constitution, which requires notice and a 2/3 vote of the membership. She has also argued that the online vote exposed her alleged violation to the entire guild and to the general public, rather than limiting it to the members who choose to attend a closed-door meeting. 'Replacing this guaranteed in-person forum with an asynchronous online ballot eliminates the opportunity for live discussion, debate, and transparency, which are fundamental to a fair appealprocess,' she wrote to the board in a demand letter on April 30. The disciplined members were allowed to submit written arguments and replies to the WGA's arguments, which were shared with the entire membership. The WGA counsel has argued that the constitution is subject to interpretation by the board, and that the constitution allows for mail-in or online ballots if a quorum cannot be reached at a membership meeting. The board decided to substitute the online process after deciding that it would be unable to obtain a quorum, which equals 10% of the active membership. Bush has maintained that the failure to adhere to the governance procedures is a potential violation of the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act. 'I reserve the right to escalate these issues to the Department of Labor if not resolved in a timely manner,' she wrote. Nicole Yorkin, another board member, sent a message Wednesday to her friends in the guild urging them to deny the appeals. 'Voting is now open (until Friday) on the Guild's strike-related disciplinary actions,' she wrote. 'Please vote to uphold the WGA's Board of Directors' decisions in these matters and encourage your WGA member friends to do the same!' Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Emmy Predictions: Talk/Scripted Variety Series - The Variety Categories Are Still a Mess; Netflix, Dropout, and 'Hot Ones' Stir Up Buzz Oscars Predictions 2026: 'Sinners' Becomes Early Contender Ahead of Cannes Film Festival
NDTV
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Kylie Jenner And Timothee Chalamet Set Couple Style Goals In Matching Black Gown And Tuxedo
Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet have finally made it red carpet official by gracing David di Donatello Awards together on Tuesday, May 07, 2025. The Kardashians star and her beau were seen walking in hand-in-hand wearing coordinated black hued red carpet ready looks sourced from the shelves of ace designers labels, Schiaparelli and Tom Ford; for Kylie and Timothee respectively. Kylie Jenner donned a sleeveless textured black silk gown with an all over jacquard self design detail. The gown featured a backless criss-cross noodle strap design that graduated into a plunging U-neckline and scooped keyholes in front. The ensemble boasted of a figure-hugging design that flowed into a straight fit on the bodice that made its way to a floor sweeping train. She accessorised the look with signatured ear cuff and drop style Schiaparelli earrings and a statement black velvet clutch with gold embroidered details. Kylie styled her tresses into a sleek low bun and a blushed and beautiful rose glam avatar featuring feathered brows, mascara laden wispy lashes, a wash of rose blush on her cheeks, and a muted rose lip colour to complete the makeup look. Timothee Chalamet matched sartorial steps with Kylie wearing a black tuxedo that featured a three-piece ensemble with a crisp black button down shirt teamed with a matching straight fit pair of black trousers and a structured smart casual black velvet double breasted blazer adorned with a white flower in her front chest pocket. Timothee accessorised the look with a pair of black patent leather shoes on the accessories front. The Dune 2 styled his tresses into gel laden curls combed back to lend a sleek look and a groomed moustache that made him look as dapper as can be. Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet's red carpet ready looks are a match made in fashion heaven.
Vancouver Sun
05-05-2025
- Business
- Vancouver Sun
Effect on Canadian industry could be widespread after Trump threatens tariffs on films
Article content The latest salvo in U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war is a threat to slap 100 per cent tariffs on foreign films. Article content Article content In a post to Truth Social Sunday night, Trump wrote: 'I am authorizing the Department of Commerce, and the United States Trade Representative, to immediately begin the process of instituting a 100% Tariff on any and all Movies coming into our Country that are produced in Foreign Lands.' He added: 'WE WANT MOVIES MADE IN AMERICA, AGAIN!' Article content Trump's reason for the move was that the U.S. film industry is dying 'a very fast death,' and that other countries 'are offering all sorts of incentives to draw our filmmakers and studios away from the United States.' Article content Article content The Movie Industry in America is DYING a very fast death. Other Countries are offering all sorts of incentives to draw our filmmakers and studios away from the United States. Hollywood, and many other areas within the U.S.A., are being devastated. This is a concerted effort by… — Donald J. Trump Posts From His Truth Social (@TrumpDailyPosts) May 4, 2025 Article content Both points are, broadly speaking, true. Filming in Los Angeles dropped 22.4 per cent in the first quarter of the year, NBC reported. It added that there are economic knock-on effects that include restaurants, retail and support services. Article content Article content Meanwhile, tax incentives are part of the business of filmmaking around the world. For instance, the Film or Video Production Services Tax Credit from the government of Canada provides eligible companies with a tax credit of 16 per cent of qualified Canadian labour expenditures. There are similar credits for both domestic and foreign productions at the provincial level as well. Article content America has its own tax credits. Last year, California Governor Gavin Newsom more than doubled his state's film and TV tax credit program to $750 million from $330 million. But there is no national tax credit. Article content Charlie Keil, a professor of film and history at the University of Toronto, told National Post that Trump's announcement was 'very short on details' and that it was difficult to know how such a tariff would even work. Article content Article content The simplest example would be a Canadian, French or Chinese film that was looking for distribution in America. 'Those you could see easily … the hundred per cent tariff being applicable,' he said. Article content Article content 'But what about films that … 80 per cent of them are made in the U.S., and then some of the location shooting is done in another country? Or what about all the production is done in the U.S. but then some of the post-production is done in another country? Are those also going to be subject to 100 per cent?' Article content That was echoed by Noah Segal, co-president of Canadian production and distribution company Elevation Pictures. He noted that Dune 2 was an American studio production with a Canadian auteur (Denis Villeneuve) at the helm, and worldwide shoots including Hungary, Jordan and Italy. Article content 'The game has always been ownership of (intellectual property),' Segal said. 'So I'm not sure what he (Trump) is afraid of. If the Americans own the majority of content, they win, no matter if it's shot in Germany, Latvia or the moon. It doesn't matter.'
Calgary Herald
05-05-2025
- Business
- Calgary Herald
Effect on Canadian industry could be widespread after Trump threatens tariffs on films
Article content The latest salvo in U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war is a threat to slap 100 per cent tariffs on foreign films. Article content Article content In a post to Truth Social Sunday night, Trump wrote: 'I am authorizing the Department of Commerce, and the United States Trade Representative, to immediately begin the process of instituting a 100% Tariff on any and all Movies coming into our Country that are produced in Foreign Lands.' He added: 'WE WANT MOVIES MADE IN AMERICA, AGAIN!' Article content Trump's reason for the move was that the U.S. film industry is dying 'a very fast death,' and that other countries 'are offering all sorts of incentives to draw our filmmakers and studios away from the United States.' Article content The Movie Industry in America is DYING a very fast death. Other Countries are offering all sorts of incentives to draw our filmmakers and studios away from the United States. Hollywood, and many other areas within the U.S.A., are being devastated. This is a concerted effort by… — Donald J. Trump Posts From His Truth Social (@TrumpDailyPosts) May 4, 2025 Article content Both points are, broadly speaking, true. Filming in Los Angeles dropped 22.4 per cent in the first quarter of the year, NBC reported. It added that there are economic knock-on effects that include restaurants, retail and support services. Article content Article content Meanwhile, tax incentives are part of the business of filmmaking around the world. For instance, the Film or Video Production Services Tax Credit from the government of Canada provides eligible companies with a tax credit of 16 per cent of qualified Canadian labour expenditures. There are similar credits for both domestic and foreign productions at the provincial level as well. Article content America has its own tax credits. Last year, California Governor Gavin Newsom more than doubled his state's film and TV tax credit program to $750 million from $330 million. But there is no national tax credit. Article content Charlie Keil, a professor of film and history at the University of Toronto, told National Post that Trump's announcement was 'very short on details' and that it was difficult to know how such a tariff would even work. Article content Article content The simplest example would be a Canadian, French or Chinese film that was looking for distribution in America. 'Those you could see easily … the hundred per cent tariff being applicable,' he said. Article content Article content 'But what about films that … 80 per cent of them are made in the U.S., and then some of the location shooting is done in another country? Or what about all the production is done in the U.S. but then some of the post-production is done in another country? Are those also going to be subject to 100 per cent?' Article content That was echoed by Noah Segal, co-president of Canadian production and distribution company Elevation Pictures. He noted that Dune 2 was an American studio production with a Canadian auteur (Denis Villeneuve) at the helm, and worldwide shoots including Hungary, Jordan and Italy. Article content 'The game has always been ownership of (intellectual property),' Segal said. 'So I'm not sure what he (Trump) is afraid of. If the Americans own the majority of content, they win, no matter if it's shot in Germany, Latvia or the moon. It doesn't matter.'
Ottawa Citizen
05-05-2025
- Business
- Ottawa Citizen
Effect on Canadian industry could be widespread after Trump threatens tariffs on films
Article content The latest salvo in U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war is a threat to slap 100 per cent tariffs on foreign films. Article content Article content In a post to Truth Social Sunday night, Trump wrote: 'I am authorizing the Department of Commerce, and the United States Trade Representative, to immediately begin the process of instituting a 100% Tariff on any and all Movies coming into our Country that are produced in Foreign Lands.' He added: 'WE WANT MOVIES MADE IN AMERICA, AGAIN!' Article content Trump's reason for the move was that the U.S. film industry is dying 'a very fast death,' and that other countries 'are offering all sorts of incentives to draw our filmmakers and studios away from the United States.' Article content The Movie Industry in America is DYING a very fast death. Other Countries are offering all sorts of incentives to draw our filmmakers and studios away from the United States. Hollywood, and many other areas within the U.S.A., are being devastated. This is a concerted effort by… — Donald J. Trump Posts From His Truth Social (@TrumpDailyPosts) May 4, 2025 Article content Both points are, broadly speaking, true. Filming in Los Angeles dropped 22.4 per cent in the first quarter of the year, NBC reported. It added that there are economic knock-on effects that include restaurants, retail and support services. Article content Article content Meanwhile, tax incentives are part of the business of filmmaking around the world. For instance, the Film or Video Production Services Tax Credit from the government of Canada provides eligible companies with a tax credit of 16 per cent of qualified Canadian labour expenditures. There are similar credits for both domestic and foreign productions at the provincial level as well. Article content America has its own tax credits. Last year, California Governor Gavin Newsom more than doubled his state's film and TV tax credit program to $750 million from $330 million. But there is no national tax credit. Article content Charlie Keil, a professor of film and history at the University of Toronto, told National Post that Trump's announcement was 'very short on details' and that it was difficult to know how such a tariff would even work. Article content Article content The simplest example would be a Canadian, French or Chinese film that was looking for distribution in America. 'Those you could see easily … the hundred per cent tariff being applicable,' he said. Article content Article content 'But what about films that … 80 per cent of them are made in the U.S., and then some of the location shooting is done in another country? Or what about all the production is done in the U.S. but then some of the post-production is done in another country? Are those also going to be subject to 100 per cent?' Article content That was echoed by Noah Segal, co-president of Canadian production and distribution company Elevation Pictures. He noted that Dune 2 was an American studio production with a Canadian auteur (Denis Villeneuve) at the helm, and worldwide shoots including Hungary, Jordan and Italy. Article content 'The game has always been ownership of (intellectual property),' Segal said. 'So I'm not sure what he (Trump) is afraid of. If the Americans own the majority of content, they win, no matter if it's shot in Germany, Latvia or the moon. It doesn't matter.'
