The WGA told its members on strike the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, which represents major studios, has requested a meeting on Friday to discuss negotiations.
If it happens, it will be the first time the two sides have met since writers hit the picket lines three months ago.
"We'll be back in communication with you sometime after the meeting with further information," read a letter sent to WGA members Tuesday. "As we've said before, be wary of rumors. Whenever there is important news to share, you will hear it directly from us."It was not immediately known whether a similar overture was made to union leaders for Hollywood actors, who have been on strike since July 14.
Issues behind the strike include pay rates amid inflation, the use of smaller writing staffs for shorter seasons of television shows, and control over artificial intelligence in the screenwriting process.Copyright © 2023 KABC Television, LLC. All rights reserved.
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