Writers Guild Strike 2007-2008

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:labor_union
gptkbp:bfsLayer 2
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Author
gptkbp:affects gptkb:Author
television writers
film writers
gptkbp:caused_by dispute over compensation
gptkbp:duration 100 days
gptkbp:end_date 2008-02-12
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Writers Guild Strike 2007-2008
gptkbp:impact gptkb:Film_Director
film production
gptkbp:influenced_by previous strikes
2001 Writers Guild Strike
2004 IATSE strike
gptkbp:is_involved_in gptkb:Writers_Guild_of_America
Hollywood studios
gptkbp:launch_date 2007-11-05
gptkbp:led_to increased union solidarity
changes in contract negotiations
public awareness of writer issues
gptkbp:legacy influenced future negotiations
set a precedent for digital rights
gptkbp:location gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:media_coverage extensive
entertainment news
national news
gptkbp:notable_event Golden Globe Awards cancellation
2008 Academy Awards protest
gptkbp:notable_members gptkb:J._J._Abrams
gptkb:Shonda_Rhimes
gptkb:David_Simon
WGA East
WGA West
gptkbp:outcome improved pension plans
better health benefits
greater protections for writers
increased minimums for writers
gptkbp:public_perception mixed reactions
criticism from others
support from some fans
gptkbp:related_to DVD residuals
digital media compensation
new media rights
gptkbp:resolution new contract agreement
gptkbp:significance changed industry practices