WGA Blacklists Village Roadshow Over Unpaid Writer Compensation

The Writers Guild of America has barred its members from working with Village Roadshow after the company failed to pay writers and refused to post a protective bond.

• The Writers Guild of America has prohibited its members from working with Village Roadshow, citing unpaid compensation, interest, and benefit contributions to multiple writers.
• The WGA requires Village Roadshow to post a bond to protect writers, but the company has refused to comply, leading to its placement on the WGA strike list.
• Village Roadshow's financial troubles are reportedly tied to its majority stakeholder, Vine Alternative Investments, which is facing cash flow issues and exploring new ownership options.
• The company has been involved in cost-cutting measures, including layoffs in business affairs, administration, and production roles, and is currently in arbitration with Warner Bros. over past projects.
• The WGA has urged its members to seek legal counsel if they are owed money by Village Roadshow or have been approached for work by the company.

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