Join Gene Maddaus, Senior media reporter at Variety, who dives into the booming trend of nonunion microdrama production in the U.S. and the implications for actors. Elsa Keslassy, Variety's international editor, shares insights on the American Film Market, discussing its impact on independent films and notable deals, including those involving Mel Gibson and Marc Ruffalo. Together, they explore the creative dynamics of microdramas, the challenges of unionizing these projects, and the growing presence of U.S. companies in Europe.