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It would be nice to commence with optimism when you get your dream gig, a column in a magazine you’ve adored for decades. To discuss new waves of filmmakers, innovative trends or giant feats of imagination coming our way. But things are looking pretty bleak.
Most readers probably know that the WGA (Writers Guild of America) has been striking for a ‘fair deal’ with