Mission: Impossible 8, Venom 3, More Actors Strike Halt Production
Source: CBR
The ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike has caused production delays on several high-profile film and television projects, including Deadpool 3, Mission: Impossible 8, and Venom 3.
The strike began on July 1, 2023, and is over issues such as pay equity, diversity, and residuals. SAG-AFTRA represents over 160,000 actors, broadcasters, and other entertainment professionals.
The studios have said that they are willing to negotiate, but that they will not agree to all of SAG-AFTRA’s demands. It is unclear how long the strike will last.
Dune Part 2, San Diego Comic-Con Impacted by SAG-AFTRA Strike
Source: Deadline
The upcoming film “Dune: Part Two” will not be attending San Diego Comic-Con this year due to the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike. The strike, which began on July 1, 2023, is over issues such as pay equity, diversity, and residuals.
The absence of “Dune: Part Two” from Comic-Con is a major blow to the event, as the film is one of the most anticipated releases of the year. The film stars Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, and Rebecca Ferguson, and it is directed by Denis Villeneuve.
Thomas, of Challenge Accepted and Joy Schtick Show, will be attending the show and sharing interviews here.
Indian AI Anchor Lisa Introduces Herself to Viewers on Odisha TV
Source: Deadline
Odisha TV, a news channel in India, has launched a new AI anchor named “Lisa.” Lisa made her debut on July 1, 2023, and she is the first AI anchor in India.
Lisa is a lifelike virtual avatar that is powered by artificial intelligence. She can read news stories, conduct interviews, and even answer questions from viewers. Lisa is able to speak in a variety of Indian languages, including Hindi, Odia, and Bengali.
The launch of Lisa has been met with mixed reactions. Some people are excited about the possibilities that AI offers for the future of news reporting. Others are concerned about the potential for AI to replace human journalists.
SAG-AFTRA Reveals Hollywood Studios’ “Shocking” Proposal for Actors and AI
Source: IGN
The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) has revealed that Hollywood studios have proposed a shocking new deal that would allow them to use actors’ likenesses in AI-generated content without their consent or compensation.
The proposal, which was reportedly made during recent contract negotiations, would give studios the right to scan actors’ faces and bodies, and then use that data to create AI-generated characters that look and act like the actors. The studios would then be able to use these characters in any way they see fit, without having to pay the actors any royalties or residuals.
SAG-AFTRA has strongly condemned the proposal, calling it “a gross violation of actors’ rights.” The union has said that it will not agree to any deal that does not protect actors’ livelihoods.
The Worst Legend of Zelda Game Ever Is Getting a Spiritual Successor
Source: Den of Geek
An upcoming indie game called Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore is being hailed as a spiritual successor to the infamous Legend of Zelda games Link: The Faces of Evil and Zelda: The Wand of Gamelon. These two games were released for the Philips CD-i in the early 1990s, and they are widely considered to be two of the worst games ever made.
Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore looks to redeem the reputation of these two games by taking inspiration from their unique visuals and voice acting. The game is being developed by a team of fans who are passionate about the CD-i Zelda games, and they are hoping to create a game that is both fun and nostalgic.
The game is still in development, but it is expected to be released sometime in 2023.
New Ms. Marvel Comic Written by MCU Actor
Source: Entertainment Weekly
Iman Vellani, the actor who plays Kamala Khan in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, is co-writing a new Ms. Marvel comic book. The comic, titled Ms. Marvel: The New Mutant, will be released in October 2023. Vellani will co-write the comic with Sabir Pirzada, who wrote the Ms. Marvel TV show. The comic will explore Kamala’s new identity as a mutant, as revealed in the Disney+ show.
Bungie Responds to Harassment Lawsuit Filed by Destiny 2 Developer
Source: Polygon
Bungie, the developer of the popular video game Destiny 2, has won a landmark lawsuit against a player who harassed one of its community managers and his wife. The lawsuit alleged that the player, Jason Vandenberg Comer, sent abusive, racist, and threatening messages to the couple, as well as an unsolicited pizza order to their home.
The court found that Comer’s actions violated Bungie’s terms of service and awarded the company $489,000 in damages. This is the first time that a court has awarded damages in a case of harassment against a video game developer.
The ruling is a victory for Bungie and a warning to other players who engage in harassment. It sends the message that such behavior will not be tolerated and that there are consequences for those who violate the terms of service.
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