The chapter discusses the ongoing strike in Hollywood and the lack of progress between AMPTP and the Writers Guild. It highlights the blame game between industry workers and studios, the toxic influence of Wall Street analysts, and the different leadership styles in Hollywood.
First, Hollywood strikes throttle on, despite recent talks between AMPTP and WGA, complicating industry plans for the season ahead. What will this mean for upcoming film festivals and fall television?
Then, Jason Blum, founder and CEO of Blumhouse, discusses the latest on the work stoppages, and the (spooky) current state of Hollywood. But it’s not all horror talk with one of our leading experts on the genre — the powerhouse producer has advice on amplifying profitability across the industry.