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Golden Globes Seek Deal with WGA
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 01-03-2008)
It seems that another group is seeking an interim agreement with the WGA even if AMPTP continues playing "hard ball" outside of their bargaining room. The SAG Awards grabbed a deal early on to have WGA's stamp of approval for their award show th... Update: WGA Meeting Set For Sunday
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sat 11-03-2007)
Update: A federal mediator in the WGA contract talks has summoned an emergency meeting set for Sunday at 10:00 am between the opposing sides. If this last-ditch effort doesn't succeed, the WGA will walk away and the strike will begin at 12:01 AM PT on Mon... WGA Talks Pause, Statements Released
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 11-30-2007)
For the last four days, the Alliance of Motion Picture & Television Producers(AMPTP) and Writers Guild of America (WGA) have been resuming talks behind closed-doors (with a news blackout) in the hopes of ending this WGA strike as soon as possible. Bot... 
Update: AMPTP & WGA Reach Tentative Agreement!
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sun 02-10-2008)
Update: A new report over at Variety goes into more detail about what to expect within the WGA membership voting process after the tentative agreement has been reached.
WGA members will have the chance to vote on whether to end the strike unde... WGA Update: 2008 Film Schedule Covered
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Mon 11-05-2007)
The WGA 12:01 AM PT walk-out has officially commenced, something which will clearly affect the television industry and short-term programming plans in the very near future. The Late Night Talk Show circuits will go dark tonight and within a mont... WGA Files Charges Against AMPTP with NLRB
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 12-14-2007)
It's getting really ugly now, folks (as if it wasn't ugly enough)...The WGA have now filed charges against the AMPTP with the National Labor Relations Board. The move came with a message from the WGA negotiators after AMPTP walked away from the table last... WGA and AMPTP Aim Parting Shots Before Christmas
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 12-21-2007)
Yes, the on-going strike between the WGA and AMPTP is still an ugly situation to witness. Variety reports this morning (in a rather slow news cycle) that both sides aimed parting shots towards one another before the Christmas holidays. WGA told ... New Contract Approved by WGA Members
by Jarrod Sarafin (Wed 02-27-2008)
The members of the Writers Guild of America, West (WGAW) and Writers Guild of America, East (WGAE) today put their final stamp of approval on the deal that ended their 14-week strike, giving writers new rights and protections for work distributed on and c... Marvel Studios and WGA Sign Interim Agreement (Fri 01-25-2008)
...nt on the WGA Web site announced. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. "We're very excited about our summer releases, 'Iron Man' and 'The Incredible Hulk,' and look forward to resuming work with writers on our future projects, including ...WGA Strike officially ends
by Rob M. Worley (Wed 02-13-2008)
We've been reading for months now about various projects being delayed by the WGA Strike, with 'Justice League' being, perhaps, the most prominent victim. As of the weekend, it appeared the WGA had reached an agreement with the studios. As of last night, ... LOST Cut in Half & Related WGA News
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 11-06-2007)
Executive producer Carlton Cuse explained to Entertainment Weekly the current plans for LOST if the WGA strike is prolonged. The season was intended to air 16 episodes in order next spring but it's now reported that it will be shortened to 8 episodes... WGA goes on strike
by Rob M. Worley (Mon 11-05-2007)
Variety negotiations in Hollywood for a new writers contract have fallen apart and the WGA is now on strike: Hollywood is going to all-out war, after last-minute talks gave false hope that today's strike by the Writers Guild of America could be averte... WGA/AMPTP Deal Needs Approval
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 02-05-2008)
...on by the WGA boards on a deal could come as early as Friday.
An endorsement by WGA leaders presumably would be accompanied by a decision to call off the strike, but if the WGA boards were divided, the walkout might continue pending a ratification v... WGA Update: Talks Resume on Nov 26
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sat 11-17-2007)
It seems that talking between sides will resume very soon inside Hollywood. Variety reports that AMPTPA and WGA have issued the following statement to the press.
"Leaders from the AMPTP and the WGA have mutually agreed to resume formal negotia... WGA Update: Projects Like JLA in Question
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sun 11-11-2007)
High profile projects which include; JLA, WOLVERINE, TRANSFORMERS 2, G.I JOE and X-FILES 2 have been featured in the latest WGA-related perspective from a recent Variety article. The trade's Anne Thompson and Tatiana Siegel break down which of these proje... WGA Strike Talks Collapse
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sat 12-08-2007)
The strike discussions between WGA & AMPTP have once again collapsed and we don't know when they will continue, reports Variety. The trade says the talks broke down over the same subject which has caused the strike in the first place, future... WGA Nominations
by Steve Biodrowski (Fri 02-11-2000)
...ards, the WGA noms can be seen as a useful indicator of likely Oscar nominations, since Guild members are among the voters for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Al Gough offers Lex Luthor to WGA Strike Supporters
by Jim Harvey (Thu 11-29-2007)
From the United Hollywood site, 'Smallville' showrunner Al Gough offers fans an incentive to support the WGA strike and their Pencils2Moguls campaign.
So, Miles and I were sitting around the other day (which is what writers do when they can't write and... Horror Writers Get Creative for WGA STRIKE
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 11-28-2007)
The screenwriters specializing in the horror genre gathered recently outside the gates of Warner Bros and got a bit creative in terms of the on-going WGA STRIKE. Ryan Rotten at Shock Til You Drop reports that a group of horror scribes showed up ... WGA and Marvel, Lionsgate Sign Interim Deals
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 01-25-2008)
... Maisel.
WGA also issued a statement...
"Marvel Studios' signing of an interim agreement with the Writers Guild is more good news for our membership," said WGAE President Michael Winship and WGAW President Patric M. Verrone. "Marvel is... Weinstein Company Sign Interim Deal with WGA
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 01-11-2008)
...pact. The WGA has said it reached out to indie companies in an effort to rack up enough deals to gain leverage in the overall struggle.
AMPTP & WGA Resume Strike Discussions
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 01-23-2008)
...P and the WGA have agreed to make no public comments about the informal discussions until those discussions have concluded.
WGA Strike Delays CASTLEVANIA
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 12-06-2007)
Rogue Pictures has decided to delay the production of CASTLEVANIA, reports Variety. The trade says the studio is reluctant to move forward due to script concerns so they will wait until after the WGA strike is resolved. The initial plan was to begin produ... SPIDER-MAN Screenplay Credit Goes to WGA Arbitration
by Steve Biodrowski (Thu 06-14-2001)
The screenplay credit for Columbia’s SPIDER-MAN has gone to the Writers Guild of America for arbitration, in order to determine whose name or names will appear on the final film. When Columbia-TriStar submitted its suggestion for the credit to the WGA ear... MRC & Spyglass Make Deals with WGA
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 01-15-2008)
Another two production companies have followed the trend of making interim deals with the WGA, says Variety. Both Spyglass Entertainment and Media Rights Capital are joining the fray which includes; Worldwide Pants, United Artists and The Weinstein C... United Artists and WGA Make a Deal
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Mon 01-07-2008)
Despite the fact that parent company MGM wants no part of it, United Artists has inked an interim deal with the WGA in much the same way that David Letterman did last week through his company Worldwide Pants. Variety reports that this deal allows striking... WGA Strike Ending Within a Week??
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sat 02-02-2008)
I'm not used to reporting anything on Saturday nights at 8:38 pm (as of this moment) but this report is hitting the Associated Press wires so it's getting passed along. The WGA strike may soon be over...There is a media blackout with the current discussio... WGA Denies Waivers for Globes & Oscars
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 12-18-2007)
As expected, the WGA has denied temporary interim agreements for its writers to pen for The Academy Awards and The Golden Globe ceremonies. The Associated Press says the guild released a letter on Monday evening explaining to the Hollywood Foreign Press A... WGA Update: BSG & BIONIC Shut Down
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 11-16-2007)
Due to the WGA strike, production has officially shut down for NBC-Universal shows BIONIC WOMAN and BATTLESTAR GALACTICA. We knew they would run out of scripts soon and Hollywood Reporter has now confirmed that point of time happened this week. "Bion... WGA Considers the AMPTP/DGA Deal
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 01-18-2008)
...ed by the WGA, the WGA's Negotiating Committee, the WGAW Board of Directors, and the WGAE Council. We will work with the full membership of both Guilds to discuss our strategies for our own negotiations and contract goals and how they may be affected b... DVD Shopping Bag: What If the WGA Strike Never Happened?
by Robert T. Trate (Tue 08-26-2008)
I am not Uatu, though I am still a Watcher. I observe all which occurs throughout this sprawling realm known as Mania. I see, I observe and I weigh. On the brink of revealing himself and others of his kind to the world, Nathan Petrelli was shot. Let us lo... 'Justice League' battles the WGA?
by Rob M. Worley (Mon 10-01-2007)
The New York Times reports that the impending Hollywood writers union strike could derail the 'Justice League' movie.
While Warner Bros. seems to be in a frenzy to push 'Justice League' into production, the Times reports that the films does not appears... What's that WGA strike about anyway?
by Rob M. Worley (Wed 11-07-2007)
MISTS, DRAGONHEART up for WGA nominations
by Christopher Allan Smith (Wed 01-16-2002)
The Writers Guild of America has announced the nominations for TV writing awards, and genre entries THE MISTS OF AVALON and DRAGONHEART: A NEW BEGINNING found themselves on the list. MISTS hit the tube on TNT, while DRAGONHEART found its way to fans... Transformers Sequel Prepartions During WGA Strike (Sun 01-20-2008)
A Variety article on the settlement of the Director's Guild contract indicates that the agreement could help the Writer's Guild strike move forward in a positive way. All of this would be good news to director Michael Bay, who hopes to launch the producti...Horror Scripters Exorcise Their Rites at Warner Bros. Rally
by Den Shewman (Thu 11-29-2007)
...which the WGA estimated drew nearly 100 horror writers and supporters, was led by screenwriter Scott Kosar (The Machinist). Dressed in a black cassock and clerical collar, “Brother Kosar” was flanked by three other screenwriting “prie... The SCREEN ACTOR GUILD Nominations Are...
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 12-21-2007)
This particular award show may end up ultimately being the award show for 2007 films and television shows. As you know, the WGA denied requests for waivers to the Globes and Oscars. In fact, the WGA plans to picket the Globes, which has a lot of insi... Holiday Special
by Stephen Lackey (Sun 12-23-2007)
...er in the WGA offices. I was really on the fence about supporting the reasons the strike was happening even if was annoyed at the consequences of it but now I just don’t get it. It almost feels like they either don’t really know w... One Comicscape, Many Subjects
by Kurt Amacker, Columnist (Wed 01-16-2008)
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The WGA strike has similarly delayed production on Superman: The Man of Steel – the sequel to the 2006 film, Superman Returns. Currently, there are no screenwriters attached to the project. Because of the strike, no one can write ... Sutter Removes Name from Punisher: War Zone (Sat 02-16-2008)
From his blog, screenwriter Kurt Sutter states that he's filed a motion with the WGA to have his name removed from consideration for credit for the 'Punisher: War Zone' script. Sutter states that he neither deserves credit (but for one major scene in whi...Nominee "No Shows" at the GOLDEN GLOBES
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sat 01-05-2008)
As expected, the SAG has sided with the WGA on the upcoming Golden Globe Award Show. It certainly has us wondering if NBC will even air the ceremony that was expected to air in little over a week since nobody will show up to claim their awards...The very ... James Gunn Updates on PETS & Strike
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 11-06-2007)
Director James Gunn (Dawn of the Dead, Slither) gave an update on the status of his projects now that the WGA strike is in full gear. While explaining to his fans why he had to lay down his pen for the PETS project, a sci-fi comedy about a man abducted by... X-Men Movie Script Credit
by Smilin' Jack Ruby (Wed 07-05-2000)
...urse, the WGA has a process designed to prevent note-takers from cheating writers out of credit. If any writer involved objects to the producer’s proposed credit, the matter goes into arbitration, and the various drafts are all sent out to three anonym... Zak Penn to receive sole writing credit for 'Incredible Hulk'
by Jim Harvey (Thu 06-05-2008)
...ng, "WGA determined the writing credit not Zak or Edward or Universal or Marvel. WGA always determines final writing credit for our films right before the film comes out. Up until that time, we include the writers on the project ... Lionsgate Buys NA Rights to CONAN Series
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 01-11-2008)
Lionsgate has picked up the North American distribution rights to the new Conan The Barbarian from production companies Nu Image/Millennium Films. Variety also reports that while this film's progress stalled because of the WGA strike, Millennium Films is ... SUPERMAN Sequel Begins Script Phase
by Jarrod Sarafin (Wed 03-12-2008)
Now that the WGA strike is over, it seems Superman: Man of Steel--the sequel to Superman Returns---is back in business for director Bryan Singer. The director updated the status to Empire Online where he mentions the script development is beginning right ... Producer Talks G.I JOE and TRANSFORMERS 2
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 01-08-2008)
...ng on the WGA strike. They hope to get production rolling on June 2, 2008 but as you know, this is around the time that SAG/DGA also have contracts expiring with AMPTP. As such, a lot of unknowns are in the air...
We're nowhere because of the strike, ... SUPERMAN, JLA & BATMAN Speculation Continues
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 01-03-2008)
...after the WGA strike is resolved. Warners is so happy with Dark Knight that their fondest hope is that Nolan will return to do another Batman.
Del Toro Prefers FRANKENSTEIN Mini-Series
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 01-03-2008)
Director-producer Guillermo del Toro may be up to his ears in the post-production of Hellboy II:The Golden Army and can pen no screenplay while the WGA is under strike rules but that's not stopping him from eagerly preparing the next adaptation of Fr... Apple iTunes and Studios Begin Movie Rentals
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 01-15-2008)
The press release I got in the inbox this morning is the major reason that we have a WGA strike going on right now. It's also a reason that many people are holding off on buying a Blu-Ray or an HD-DVD player. Here's the press release folks..
Apple® t... Visual FX Nominations Lowered to Seven
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Mon 01-07-2008)
...t. If the WGA strike is still in effect, we could be seeing the same thing come Oscar time.
Still, here's the new list of VFX nominations.
The Bourne Ultimatum,”
“Evan Almighty,”
“The Golden Compass,”
“I Am L... HELLRAISER & TRASH Delayed
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 01-25-2008)
Two upcoming horror films have been yanked out of the 2008 lineup for reasons unknown. Well, it's unknown because no official statement has been given but it seems clear that the WGA has something to do with it. The upcoming remake of Hellraiser was ... Lies, Half-Truths & False Intel!
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 02-15-2008)
... that the WGA strike was finally coming to an amicable end, fans of the mega-hit ABC show Lost have literally been falling over the water cooler in their excitement for a full (shortened) 16-episode Season 4, as opposed to just an even shorter 8-episod... Amazon Producing Fantasy CHILD
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 02-22-2008)
...y but the WGA strike caused the production to stall. With it over, Amazon will be teaming with 20th Century Fox to bring this fantasy novel to the big screen. Marc Platt is on board to produce.
Plot Concept: Story revolves around a man who was kidnapp... CBS Returning Shows & Info on Others.
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 02-13-2008)
CBS has officially announced their returning shows now that the WGA strike has officially ended, which I'll place down below. Expect other networks to officially announce their lineups shortly. For now, we still have Michael Ausiello's guide but it's alwa... Amy Adams is Enchanted in MUSEUM 2
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 02-05-2008)
...efore the WGA strike. Production will begin in May in Vancouver.
Plot Concept: The film kicks off when the artifacts from the Museum of Natural History are boxed up and sent to the archives at the Smithsonian in Washington. Adams will play an undeter... Rice-A-Roni To Save JOURNEYMAN
by Stephen Lackey (Sun 12-16-2007)
...in of the WGA strike, we really aren’t. This time of year is always slim on good TV and heavy on holiday specials. The real pain comes next year when many of our favorite series, such as 24, don’t come back at all, or they do come... Short List of Directors for WOLFMAN
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 02-01-2008)
...ue to the WGA strike so that may play a part in the final decision. Universal says the new director will be in place by next week so expect an announcement soon. Production is set to begin in March.
And the RAZZIE Contenders Are... (Tue 01-22-2008)
There may be some question as to how (if) the Academy Awards will air in the midst of this WGA strike but there's no doubt that the 28th edition of the Razzie Awards will go onward the night before any Oscars statues are passed around. From the ...Susco Wants Zombie Action in MONSTER ISLAND
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 12-06-2007)
...g for the WGA strike to end before production fully launches so everything is preliminary at this stage. Still, Susco has a general plan on what the film would feel like...
"The novel lays the foundation for a zombie film the likes of which no on... Producer Heyman Explains Delay for HALF-BLOOD PRINCE
by Jarrod Sarafin (Thu 10-30-2008)
...st year's WGA strike issues. But he does say that it gives them a chance to make a minor tweak after the reported screenings. Here's what Heyman had to say on the delay.
"I think that there was some people... kids were definitely upset, an... Golden Globe Winners
by Steve Biodrowski (Tue 01-25-2000)
...SAG, DGA, WGA, etc), some of whose whose members actually end up voting for the Academy Awards.Having said all that, we recommend you digest the following information with a grain of salt. A handful of genre films, some borderline, walked away with Go... Studios Continue Forward Despite SAG Worries
by Jarrod Sarafin (Wed 10-08-2008)
Last year, you'll likely remember the constant worries and coverage of the pending WGA strike and how Hollywood was planning for the worse by kicking production into gear on a number of projects so their line-ups would be filled up. Well, we cut to a year... Designer lends MAGNETO, GREEN LANTERN insights
by Rob M. Worley (Mon 10-06-2008)
...he recent WGA strike, Sims told MTV Splash page the movie is now due for some rewrites. Like sister project 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine', the Magneto movie will incorporate familiar Marvel mutants. However Sims is mum on who those characters will be and ... 'Superman' still grounded? (Sat 01-12-2008)
...line, the WGA strike hit grinding things to a halt. On the books, the movie is now targeted as a 2010 release with a $170 million budget and Singer at the Helm. Singer is definitely on board to produce, and apparently another of his projects, 'The May...Charles Roven on 'Justice League' vs. 'The Dark Knight' and more (Thu 01-24-2008)
...after the WGA strike is settled. ""The Flash' is one project where we’ve got a really great director and a really great writer with a great take on the material." Roven then talked extensively about 'The Dark Knight', a movie tha...Alex Proyas Illuminates DARK CITY at the American Cinemateque
by Steve Biodrowski (Thu 09-07-2000)
..., and the WGA kept saying, ‘You’re sure? You’re you don’t want to arbitrate this.’David Goyer: In fact, they did do arbitration. We sent them a letter saying, ‘We all agree this should be the credit, in this order.’ They said, ‘We think there should be... Shyamalan's WOODS to be clearcut
by Patrick Sauriol (Thu 09-04-2003)
...g through WGA records to see which among their list of alternative titles are free and clear. How's UNDERBRUSH OF MYSTERY sound to you?Got a scoop? Know something that you need to tell us about? Send it to us! Seth Rogen Talks about GREEN HORNET
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 11-29-2007)
...until the WGA is settled according to previous reports with the actor. Rogen will next be starring in Kevin Smith's ZACK AND MIRI MAKE A PORNO. If you'd like to read how much anxiety Kevin Smith felt while trying to score Rogen for his project, ch... CBS Films Takes on BEASTLY
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 12-05-2007)
...8 but the WGA strike has delayed that strategy. There's no writers attached to this project but they hope to have this monster movie in theaters by Winter 2009.
Plot Concept: The book tells the story of a modern-day teacher who turns into a ... Daniel Craig Updates on BOND 22
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Mon 11-26-2007)
...film, the WGA strike not affecting the film, the humor aspect of the next film be based off a bad quote, etc .
Here's a sample of it provided by Comingsoon;
CS: Is the next script based on Ian Fleming's work at all? Craig: There's... THOR Delayed Until Strike Ends
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 11-20-2007)
Marvel Films, whose financing this independently, had plans to get production rolling in early 2008 but they're now preferring to wait till after the WGA strike is resolved. Nobody has been cast for THOR yet but director Matthew Vaughn did tell the Daily ... Kring Preparing Early HEROES Finale
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sun 11-04-2007)
We know there's a last-ditch meeting with the WGA union this morning but Kring and Co. are still planning alternatives if the union does walk-out at 12:01 am tomorrow. TV Guide reports that the HEROES executive producers are going back to shoot an alterna... TOS 'Guardian' Writer Ellison Denies STAR TREK Rumor
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 12-13-2007)
...t for the WGA strike, reports Trek Movie.
There's a video of Ellison talking about the rumors, complete with his patented-Ellison colorful metaphor lingo, and they state independent sources have verified that the GoF storyline is not in play with the... Trailer for 24: REDEMPTION
by Jarrod Sarafin (Wed 09-17-2008)
...r had the WGA strike not become true. Instead, the writers opted on turning the storyline into a prequel movie event and ultimately a set-up for what will be taking place next season.
Filmed on location in Cape Town, South Africa, the prequel stars E... Roger Avary Continues Forward in WOLFENSTEIN
by Jarrod Sarafin (Tue 08-05-2008)
It seems that the team behind the Silent Hill adaptation are moving forward with their upcoming adaptation of best selling video game Return to Castle Wolfenstein, reports Eurogamer. Preproduction was originally delayed due to the WGA strike and a previou... Transformers 2 to start shooting on June 2nd 2008 (Tue 01-08-2008)
Producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura tells IESB.net that 'Transformers 2' is slated to roll cameras on June 2nd, WGA strike not withstanding. "We have a very fine outline and we know exactly where we want go with the movie but until this writers strike c...Mania on this Day: KOTOR Remembered, Sahara Confusion and JLA Direction
by Jarrod Sarafin (Sat 08-02-2008)
...until the WGA strike later that year and then its eventual slide back into development hell earlier this year. George Miller is reported to still be on the list to direct the film, currently slated for a 2011 release, but there have indications that hi... Segal works to get 'Shazam' right (Sun 03-02-2008)
Director Peter Segal told SCI FI Wire the WGA strike has thrown his film production cycle out of sync. Normally, he'd hope to be further along on 'Shazam!' while his work on the current film 'Get Smart' winds down. However, the fact that John August has o...Megan Gale ramps up for 'Justice League' (Sat 02-09-2008)
Model-turned-actress Megan Gale told the Sydney Morning Herald that she's happy the WGA strike delayed the production start on George Miller's 'Justice League' movie. "We were due to go into production in February, which freaked me out a bit &hellip...'The Surrogates' set for 11/20/2009 release (Thu 02-21-2008)
Variety reports on the release schedule shuffle that's occurring in the wake of the WGA strike. Disney's 'The Surrogates', starring Bruce Willis, is now set for release the weekend before the holiday on Nov. 20, 2009. The film is based on the Top Shelf Co...Will Marvel make a movie for 2009?
by Rob M. Worley (Wed 02-20-2008)
...discussed WGA strike and the impending SAG actors strike.
Of course, 2008 looks to be a gangbuster year for the new studio, and work continues on the lucrative direct-to-DVD animated feature slate. Further, 2009 will see the release of 'X-Men Origins:... How the strike affects 'Justice League', 'G.I. Joe' and more (Sat 11-10-2007)
A Variety article analyzing the impact of the WGA strike sheds light on the status of several comic book movie adaptations: Major tentpoles are the most vulnerable should the strike drag on. Warner Bros. execs are nervous about how to proceed with 'Jus...'Transformers 2' ramping up fast (Wed 02-13-2008)
In her Variety blog, Anne Thompson gives an account of Michael Bay's presentation of 'Transformers' F/X technology on the Sony lot. During the presentation, Bay admits he has been working on the 'Transformers 2' script during the WGA Strike (he's not a g...Common says 'Justice League' future is up to the fans (Tue 03-25-2008)
...layed the WGA strike, casting controversy and the more recent tax-credit scuffle with the Australian government)? “For me, my daughter on Halloween she played Wonder Woman. She was Wonder Woman,” Common smiled. “For her to see her da...Y: The Last Man movie 'frozen in carbonite' (Tue 01-29-2008)
Brian K. Vaughn chats up About Comics regarding the movie version of his acclaimed series 'Y: The Last Man': "Everything's in carbonite freeze right now because of the WGA strike," reports Vaughn. "New Line was nice enough to let me take a...Justice League on Hold! (Wed 01-16-2008)
... that the WGA strike will prohibit any screenwriters to work on the film, should the production start on schedule. It's estimated that June now appears to be a more likely start date for the production. Previous reports indicate that a cast has been i...'Superman' actors uncertain of 'Justice League' effect (Tue 11-13-2007)
...ague' and WGA strike not withstanding.Vaughn wants "balls" for 'Thor' (Mon 12-03-2007)
...until the WGA strike is resolved.Miller says 'Justice League' is on schedule (Sat 12-08-2007)
The Sydney Morning Herald contains a small blurb about how the WGA strike is affecting 'Justice League'. In short, it isn't. George Miller said his new film Justice League of America wasn't affected by the recent writers' strike in the US and is expect...Writers strike is kryptonite for 'Superman' sequel (Tue 11-06-2007)
... begrudge WGA writers their super-power play. "All the more power to the writers, everybody wants their fair share but I just trust we can get it done quicker - sooner rather than later."Top Maniacal Rumors: Connor Reunion, Lethal Sequel and Gladiator America
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 08-08-2008)
...e but the WGA strike and subsequent script polishing has set the production back to 2011. The latest rumor directly from director George Miller’s mouth says that production will begin sometime in 2009, setting the way for a 2 year shoot and post-... '10' - It's the years, not the mileage
by Leslie Morgan (Wed 10-03-2007)
...mmer, the WGA could strike as soon as October 31). There is some pressure to get the film going, but as Jacobs comments, "We would like to get the movie going as quickly as we can and if there is a strike, there will be a film industry after the stri... Top Maniacal Rumors: Shazam-mess , Avengers Team & Super Survival
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 06-27-2008)
...write and WGA issues have stalled the film.
Source: FirstShowing.net
Mania Verdict: TRUE---Unfortunately for Shazam fans, it looks like the film will be on delay until screenwriter John August is done with previous commitments. Here’s what ... McGowen & Rodriguez Team Up for RED SONJA
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 06-27-2008)
...ue to the WGA strike and rumors that the studio didn't like the budget, that film eventually fell back to development hell.Now, USA Today is reporting that the duo will partner up for a revival of Robert E. Howard's Red Sonja franchise. The last we hea... Mania's Top Maniacal Rumors: Let's Talk War Machines and Wonder Woman
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 05-02-2008)
...Since the WGA strike caused the final season to split into two halves (2008, 2009), it makes sense that the writers will have them finding Earth as a cliff hanger between the two seasons. Or perhaps even sooner.
Neil Gaiman’s “Death&rdq... New Set Photos for DA VINCI Prequel
by Jarrod Sarafin (Sat 06-07-2008)
...s but the WGA strike and production delayed it to next May.Plot Summary: "The Da Vinci Code" was Dan Brown's second novel centering on Robert Langdon, a Harvard professor who's an expert in religious symbols."Angels & Demons," p... 'Justice League' casting complete, announcement imminent (Tue 11-13-2007)
IESB reports that insiders at Warner Bros. are confident that filming on the 'Justice League' movie will commence unabated regardless of the WGA strike. The sources say that casting is completed and "100% locked". While cast members are not per...Singer done with 'Superman'? 'Justice League' on hold? (Thu 01-03-2008)
...id by the WGA writers strike. Filming will not commence until after the strike has been resolved. And, of course, Warner Bros. is crossing their fingers for Nolan to return for 'Batman 3'.More details about 'Justice League' postponement
by Rob M. Worley (Thu 01-17-2008)
...ouch of a WGA writer, all of whom are on strike.
Another wrinkle that hasn't been mentioned before is questions of tax-incentive qualifications in Australia. With the movie's budget being large, Warner needed to be certain of expected tax breaks befor... Death: the High Cost of Striking (Tue 11-06-2007)
Neil Gaiman is gearing up for his directing debut, filming the adaptation of his much-loved DC/Vertigo comic 'Death: The High Cost of Living'. However, Gaiman told CHUD that the effort is currently sidelined by the WGA strike. While Gaiman had previously...Spitfire Pictures digs 'Graveslinger'
by Rob M. Worley (Thu 12-06-2007)
...d until a WGA writer can be attached. WB and DC Executives Talk Comic Properties
by Jarrod Sarafin (Mon 08-18-2008)
...fast. The WGA strike received the blame for halting production on the project but it seems now that executives were just getting cold feet after hearing the negativity. Add on the fact that executives were also watching Marvel Studios' successful plan ... LaBeouf iffy on 'Y: The Last Man' (Sun 01-20-2008)
...ed by the WGA strike.'Mad Max' actor to play Martian Manhunter in 'Justice League'? (Tue 02-26-2008)
Now that the WGA strike is over the 'Justice League' rumors can resume. Back and forth on the web these past few weeks is that the shoot might be moving to Canada...or not. It might feature Batman and Superman...or not. It might be delayed until 2010... ...Mummy Joe, Babylon Butchered & Bloom Madness!
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 04-11-2008)
Welcome to our next edition of Top Maniacal Rumors of the Week, the place to cover all those wild and wacky rumors that sometimes were a bit too unsubstantiated to cover elsewhere. This week was filled with some big ones, enough so that vocal Maniacs ... No Dinobots in TRANSFORMERS 2
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 02-13-2008)
...en if the WGA strike officially ended today. As with most directors, he completed the rough outline and will now hand it over to the screenwriters to work their magic.
"I've been writing Transformers 2," said Bay. "We've got our charact... Fox Adjusts 08 Lineup, 24 Postponed
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 11-08-2007)
With the WGA strike under way and reports of both sides digging their heels into trenches well into the 2008 year, Fox Television has adjusted their lineups for the coming season. Some canned shows will air on different days while others are being po... Frank Langella Talks Future of PERRY WHITE
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 11-09-2007)
Nothing real surprising out of this news but I'll pass it along at any rate. Due to the WGA strike being full in effect and the rumored tidbits on Warner Bros. being gunshy on releasing a new SUPERMAN film, the sequel to the Bryan Singer is up in the... WOLVERINE Details Leaked Online
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sat 11-03-2007)
...ng to pre-WGA strike reports. Gavin Hood is set to direct.
X-MEN ORIGINS:WOLVERINE hits theaters everywhere May 1, 2009. Vanderbilt Writing SPIDER-MAN 4
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 10-31-2007)
...uring the WGA strike, something which could take effect tomorrow at midnight if the union decides to take that course of action. Screenwriter talks FAST AND THE FURIOUS 2
by Eric Moro (Fri 06-29-2001)
...pson at a WGA "meet and greet" to get the low down. But be warned his comments contain major spoilers for those who have yet to see the film.
An urban street race gone bad in THE FAST AND THE FURIOUS
© 2001 Universal Pictures
"It feels gre... Village, The
by Corona's Coming Attractions (Mon 08-09-2004)
...g through WGA records to see which among their list of alternative titles are free and clear. How's UNDERBRUSH OF MYSTERY sound to you? [The Hollywood Reporter.]September 22, 2003... Darwin Mayflower, the script reviewer for Screenwriter's Voice, has s... JLA Cast Possibly Locked & Ready
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 11-14-2007)
...ue to the WGA strike.
After months of speculation, it's very easy to be skeptical on this one. Still, if Rob's source remains true, expect the full cast of the JLA film to be announced to the media in the next three days.
Thanks to Scooper Daforce ... ANGELS & DEMONS Pushed Back to 2009
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sat 11-17-2007)
Sony has pushed their Da Vinci Code prequel ANGELS & DEMONS back to May 15, 2009, reports Variety. The trade says that screenwriter Akiva Goldsman came into some problems with the script by having to rush before the WGA November 1st deadline... Paramount Sets Angelina Jolie as Spy
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 12-05-2007)
...after the WGA strike is resolved.
Plot Concept: Austin (Jolie), who has most recently worked on contract for the U.N. Security Council, has undertaken field missions in Africa, Europe, Southeast Asia and Central America. The drama will focus on a fic... Ron Moore Talks BSG Season 4 in StarBurst Mag
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 12-13-2007)
...ue to the WGA strike. The first half of the last season will airing sometime in mid 2008 while we can probably expect the latter half in 2009 unless the strike ends and production gets rolling sooner than expected..
Thanks to Maniac scooper JoeyBalone... Bruckheimer Talks PRINCE OF PERSIA
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 12-04-2007)
...ether the WGA strike will get in the way of production.
Here's a sample of the interview:
Jerry Bruckheimer: We hired a very interesting director – Mike Newell – who did one of the Harry Potter’s and also did Donnie Brasco and he&rs... How Long Before Your Shows Go Dark?
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 11-30-2007)
The time is near when the television shows we watch will go dark due to the shortened seasons caused by the WGA/AMPTP Strike. In some cases, depending on your preferences, that moment has already occurred. BIONIC WOMAN wrapped up... Naomi Watts Cast in DA VINCI Prequel
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 11-21-2007)
Production may have halted, due to the WGA strike, but casting is moving forward for ANGELS & DEMONS. The New York Post reports that actress Naomi Watts is set to star opposite Tom Hanks in the upcoming prequel to the smash hit, THE DA VINCI CODE. The... Brad Pitt Out of STATE OF PLAY
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 11-22-2007)
...ue to the WGA strike, it couldn't get resolved. Instead, Universal is now on the fast track to get someone else to fill his role, studio sources hinting that they're trying for Johnny Depp or Russell Crowe. The thriller stars Edward Norton, Helen ... Stardate 0009.18: How to be an Alien
by Michelle Erica Green (Mon 09-18-2000)
...ine for a WGA walkout if negotiations fail. Projects like Jumanji 2 are being postponed because of the expected shutdowns.Another strike seems increasingly likely, since the current commercial strike by the Screen Actors Guild and American Federation o... 'Justice League' braces for impact (Mon 01-14-2008)
Twin reports from IESB.net and Entertainment Weekly suggest this week is do or die for the 'Justice League' movie. IESB now reports that the biggest hurdle to the movie is the script. The current one isn't ready for production and the WGA strike severely...Haggis Looking For RANGER'S APPRENTICE
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Mon 01-07-2008)
A day after United Artists made an interim deal with the WGA, the studio is now looking to get the ball rolling forward while other studios are left out in the cold. The smaller branch, led by Cruise and Wagner, had hopes to adapt the childrens fanta... AFTRA Warns SAG on Contract Delay
by Jarrod Sarafin (Mon 03-03-2008)
...al of the WGA strike because of the impact on its members -- is likely aiming to incorporate gains from the Directors Guild of America and WGA contracts plus last year's West Coast Teamster deal, in addition to reaching a deal before a possible SAG str... Top 5 Top 5 Lists of 2007
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 12-31-2007)
...nbsp;
2. WGA vs. AMPTP
1. Deckard’s Human vs. Replicant Status
Though cloud computing is still in its infancy, the idea of making downloadable software applications (like Microsoft Office) obsolete by offering free apps complet... Howard Prepares For ANGELS & DEMONS
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 10-25-2007)
As the Oct 31 WGA expiration date nears, Columbia and Ron Howard's Imagine Entertainment are fast tracking the script treatment for THE DA VINCI CODE sequel, says Variety.. They hope to have the script finalized before November 1st wit... X-MEN Writer Sets Record Straight Regarding Final Credit (Fri 07-14-2000)
...ed to the WGA for arbitration. It is not who writes last, but who writes most. I was not a `production assistant` on the film. I worked as a writer on the film for thirteen months and, at the end of it all, out of sixty submitted drafts (this is incl...X-MEN: David Hayter - Part I
by Matthew F. Saunders (Thu 08-03-2000)
...S DID THE WGA HAVE TO LOOK AT?The WGA decides [who gets credit] by reading all the drafts of the script. They went back to the first Andrew Kevin Walker draft, which was long before Bryan’s involvement. And there were drafts and drafts and drafts. They... SAG concerns circle 'Justice League' and 'Transformers 2' (Thu 02-28-2008)
The WGA strike is over! The DGA contract is settled. All is well with Hollywood, right? Not so fast. The Screen Actors Guild also has a contract up this year and jitters over those negotiations, and the possibility of a strike, has the studios proceeding...BSG Season 4 Likely Split 2008-2009
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sat 10-20-2007)
...e pending WGA strike.
Writers are expected to walk out on November 1st and according to Moore, he's only progressed through Episode 13 at this time leaving doubts on whether he will even get the next six episodes completed by the end of the month.
... Rogen likes Chow or Jaa for Kato role in 'Green Hornet' (Wed 11-28-2007)
Seth Rogen may seem like an unlikely candidate to play 'The Green Hornet', but fan befuddlement over the actor's attachment to the project hasn't stopped him and co-writer Evan Goldberg from diving in, at ease as far as the WGA strike allows. Rogen told ...'Justice League' hopes fading? (Tue 01-08-2008)
...trol, the WGA strike has proven to be Kryptonite to Superman and friends." Other factors effecting the show are rumbles from Christopher Nolan's camp about a competing Batman character, and the fact that director George Miller is insisting on a c...Updated: How Long Before Your Shows Go Dark?
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 12-14-2007)
... 1st (the WGA deadline) and Ronald Moore planned to film the 11th episode, set to be the mid-season finale, near the Thanksgiving holidays. If he had that 11th episode filmed in time, then we can expect 11 shows of BSG. All the shows of THE SARAH ... Director Says JUSTICE LEAGUE 'On Schedule'
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 12-07-2007)
George Miller, the director of the JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA, has went on record today stating that there was no WGA issues in relation to this upcoming project out of Warner Bros. The director wouldn't confirm any casting rumors but told the Sy... HEROES:ORIGINS Scrapped For Now
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 11-01-2007)
The HEROES:ORIGINS spin-off has been placed on hold due to WGA strike concerns, says Variety. NBC has been planning to air this six-episode series during the scheduled hiatus of the network's original series, HEROES. It would feature a look... The New JUSTICE LEAGUE Cast?
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Mon 11-19-2007)
A Warner Bros. source told Robert Sanchez at IESB last Monday that the cast for the JLA film was locked and would be made public within a week. This was in spite of trade reports two weeks ago that pointed out that the film was in question due to the WGA ... Screenwriter Talks About THOR Adaptation
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 12-14-2007)
As we announced last month, production for THOR won't begin until after the WGA strike officially ends. Well, screenwriter Mark Protosevich has gone on public record about his personal investment in the character and what we can expect from the setting of... USA Network Cancels 4400 and DEAD ZONE
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 12-21-2007)
After months of speculation on the matter, the USA Network has officially cancelled two genre dramas, The 4400 and Dead Zone. Rumors have been lively that these two shows would but cut out of the schedule but the WGA strike gave the fans some optimism tha... More Time to Get LOST
by Associate News Editor (Fri 05-09-2008)
ABC has announced that the series LOST will offer 17 hours per year for the 2009 and 2010 seaon -- not the previously planned 16 hours.
The network added two hours to the show's production plan because the WGA strike knocked three hours out of ... Three More for 24 Prequel Movie
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 05-23-2008)
... wasn't a WGA strike). 24 producers wanted to have the 7th season out of country but the budget proved too big for Fox executives so they axed it. With the strike delaying the series for another year, everyone agreed to introduce the Africa storyline b... Mania's Top Maniacal Rumors: Hulk Hints, Holy Superman and Return of Spidey's Old Foe
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 04-25-2008)
...dash;from WGA issues to location snafus—and the latest from Joel Silver says the project has been tabled.
Source: CHUD
Mania Verdict: MAYBE—Silver has no reason to lie here and the pre-production issues of Justice League Mortal have been... Ayelet Zurer Lands Lead in Da VINCI Prequel
by Jarrod Sarafin (Thu 04-24-2008)
...efore the WGA strike but had to bow out. No word yet on who's playing her father Leonardo Vetra. Production on the Ron Howard-led project is set for June in Europe. Plot Concept: Following her father's death, CERN physicist Leonardo Vetra, Vittor... Prison Break Confirmed for Season 4
by Jarrod Sarafin (Tue 03-25-2008)
...rt by the WGA strike for Fox aired 13 episode this season, averaging 8.2 million viewers and a 3.5 rating/9 share among adults 18-49. The third season of "Prison Break" revolved around the show's main characters breaking out of a Panama pris... Sneak Peek at JERICHO'S Series Finale
by Jarrod Sarafin (Wed 03-26-2008)
...shortened WGA season if ratings improved but it didn't come to fruition. Click the link above for the sneak peek of the series finale. Top Manical Rumors: Tranformers Reborn, Super Girlfriends & Justice Delays
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 06-06-2008)
...ed on the WGA strike, the Australian tax issues and now, script issues. We’re keen to believe the latter as the most likely with a script treatment rumored to be in the first stages. Also, WB may be getting clues from Marvel in wanting to flesh o... Possible SAG Strike Fall Out Details
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 06-13-2008)
A few months ago----after weeks of back and forth between both sides----the WGA and AMPTP found a way to resolve their issues and the show went on. But now, we're heading back into those murky waters of "what could be" in terms of the near futur... Joss leads Mutant Enemy Strike against Hollywood
by Rob M. Worley (Tue 12-04-2007)
As the WGA strike marches on without resolution and films like 'Justice League', 'G.I. Joe' and 'Wolverine' hang in the balance, fans are becoming increasingly involved in the dispute. Last week 'Smallville' showrunner Al Gough raffled off Lex Luthor in a... Lionsgate leaps on 'Conan'
by Rob M. Worley (Fri 01-11-2008)
...past, the WGA strike could delay that. Nu Image/Millennium bigwig Avi Lerner is looking to make a pact with the writers guild that would allow the picture to move forward unhampered.
"It's a possibility, though I haven't studied it enough to make... Mania Exclusive Interview: Terminator: Salvation Director McG
by Rob Vaux (Fri 08-01-2008)
...w how the WGA rules work, but honest to goodness, we did the heaviest lifting with Jonah. He's a very cerebral guy. You can see that in his work with his brother Chris, with Memento and The Prestige and of course the Batman pictures. They are deep, dee... Handleman, Guion Penning LAMP Fantasy
by Jarrod Sarafin (Wed 07-16-2008)
...y but the WGA caused him to bow out. Plot Concept: The "Lamp" series, from British author P.B. Kerr, includes four children's fantasy novels about a family of djinn (a kind of genie) who disguise themselves as humans but can still grant wish... Mania on this Day: Collateral Cruise, Speedy Mishaps & Castle Delays
by Jarrod Sarafin (Sat 06-14-2008)
...efore the WGA strike reared its devastating head and delayed projects, this project being one of them. Check out the link above to see what was going on a year ago today and what a lot of you fellow Maniacs were saying in regards to the new director. Wiseman Returns to Adapting GEARS
by Jarrod Sarafin (Tue 06-17-2008)
... with the WGA strike halting many productions, the talk eventually died down and we haven't heard much since even with a sequel hitting the console later this year. Until now.Variety is confirming that the Live Free or Die Hard director will be leading... SAG Split On Contract Negotiations
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 02-29-2008)
...broke the WGA logjam -- "negotiations on the TV/theatrical contract would now be in process and would be completed by the end of March." Guild leadership, the resolution continues, "is instead wasting valuable time and Guild resources fi... Joker's Girlfriend, Superman Returns & Beyond!
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 02-29-2008)
... like the WGA strike finally euthanized this sleeper hit for good. According to showrunner Gary Scott Thompson:
"At the end of the day, that's NBC's decision, it's a monetary decision. You know, I sold my soul to get a Season five, so I didn't ha... Michael Bay Prepping TRANSFORMERS 2
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sat 01-19-2008)
It's obvious from previous interviews that the writers already have a rough outline of the characters and overall story for the future but with the WGA strike in effect, the production of Transformers 2 is still a bit shaky at the current time. We also ha... CONAN Still on Hold?
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 01-30-2008)
Not really a hell of lot going on this morning...In fact, it's effing slow but this latest news caught my eye from the Hollywood Reporter. It seems that Nu Image/Millennium Films is getting the run-around by the WGA on a possible interim agreement. I say ... Wahlberg and Berg Ready for Drug Dealer Film
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sat 01-19-2008)
... when the WGA strike is resolved. If you catch up on the HBO show, the central story these past two years has been trying to get a Medillin flick made and this film's plot is somewhat related to that infamous drug cartel.
Plot Concept: After returning... WB Confirms JUSTICE LEAGUE On Hold
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 01-17-2008)
Warner Bros. has finally confirmed that Justice League has been placed on hold, pending the WGA strike and a possible SAG strike in June-July. The studio let their options lapse on Tuesday, reports Variety. Apparently, the studio does want a script re-wri... The People's Choice Awards Winners Are..
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 01-09-2008)
If you caught last night's broadcast of the People's Choice Awards, you would have seen the new format for award shows without the contribution of WGA writers. Basically, the staff tracked down all the winners and filmed the acceptance speeches at their i... GLOBES Opened To All Media Sunday
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 01-11-2008)
The final confirmation has been given that NBC is none too thrilled about airing an award show without WGA writers, actors, etc. The network has given full control of the broadcast over to HFPA, the group which runs the Golden Globes. Here's what HFPA had... Englund Not Returning for NIGHTMARE Restart
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Mon 02-04-2008)
... once the WGA strike has been resolved. Casey Affleck's Troubles With the KIND ONE
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 02-06-2008)
Casey Affleck is attached to star in period noir drama The Kind One, reports Variety. The film will be based on the just-published novel by Tom Epperson, who is also set to pen the screenplay when the WGA strike is officially over. Gone Baby Gone producer... BOURNE 4 Plans, Mummy Spin-offs & More!
by Jarrod Sarafin (Sat 02-23-2008)
With the WGA strike finally over, studios have been a bit more talkative about their future plans and in some cases, making extensive changes to their 2009 line up. In a latest feature piece over at Variety, the trade broke down plans for Universal P... SAG Causing High Profile Film Delays?
by Jarrod Sarafin (Thu 02-28-2008)
Even though the WGA strike may officially be over, executives around Hollywood are still hesitant about the future of some high profile projects. Variety has just published an in-depth feature on why some projects are getting delayed or bypassed if they c... Doomed JLA, More Mutants & Ant Man!
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 02-22-2008)
...show, the WGA strike and negative press have conspired against the series since day one.
David Yates to Direct Final Harry Potter Film?
The Rumor:While updating the project status for her film Th... The Show Must Go On
by Pat Ferrara, Columnist (Mon 02-18-2008)
The year 2007 was punctuated by the release of the final Harry Potter tome, by the start of the fourteen-week WGA strike, and by the deaths of some of SF’s and fantasy’s top writers, chief amongst those Kurt Vonnegut and Robert Jordan. But as ... 
