In an attempt to avoid a situation like the industry-wide mess that was the writers' strike, the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA) have reached a deal with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. The tentative deal was completed on Wednesday and capped 17 days of negotiation.
Mind you, this is only half the battle for the AMPTP. They still have to reach a deal with the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) before their contract expires. Both the SAG and AFTRA contracts are set to expire on June 30th.
They must have learned from the last time, because the industry has already prepared for a stoppage of work by stockpiling movies and television shows in case another strikes goes through. Usually the two unions negotiate together, but this year SAG and AFTRA decided to go their separate ways earlier this year.
I wonder if or how this will affect reality television shows? If it doesn't, we may see yet another increase in them.
Giveaway Monday: That '70s Show The Complete Series Stash box set
Giveaway Monday: Back to You season one DVD
Six shows that I am watching pretty regularly this season
