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| On the 'line' |
Public protests are theatrical. Protestors assume dramatic poses and make rally speeches eliciting support and cheer.
A strike by actors would therefore have natural and ;striking' attributes. Ever more so, as in the present strike screen actors and writers are scripting the lines that are being shouted and 'soapboxed'.
But like most things, they can be overplayed. This is the case with the Screen Actors Guild in their current standoff with the major film studios and content streamers.
Many actors, marching, sign waving, and walking picket-lines along with their striking brethren have become scenes of what I term, "anger through wardrobe". Distressed denim and military khaki seem to be the common attire.
OK, we all get the 'workingperson' symbolism of these 'costumes' - but it has been totally overplayed. It would be better if the strikers showed up in their normal wear as opposed to staging and cosplay. The actors and writers are striking workers that are taking a stand around what they believe is a righteous and admirable cause...they don't have to pretend.
When the 'A' listers join the picket lines you know PR and self-promotion has entered the fray - and it all makes for great drama.
By: Jim Lavorato, Entertainment Equipment Corp.
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