A pandemic-themed film produced by Michael Bay, titled “Songbird,” received a “not working” order from the Screen Actors Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA).
The reason for the order was because “producers have not been transparent about their safety protocols” amid the coronavirus crisis, a union representative said in a statement obtained by The Hollywood Reporter (THR).
The organization told THR on Thursday that they are taking security protocols “very seriously” and that the producers of the film “have not yet become signatories to our agreement.”
SAG-AFTRA representatives did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
According to the newspaper, the order was issued on Thursday, declaring: “The producer of the image titled ‘Songbird’ has been unable to complete the signing process and therefore is not signed with any applicable SAG-AFTRA agreement. As such, SAG-AFTRA members are instructed to retain acting services or perform any covered work for this production until further notice from the union. “
In addition, the statement read: “Please note that accepting employment or performing services at Songbird may be considered a violation of Global Rule One. Violation of this order may result in disciplinary action under the SAG-AFTRA Constitution.”
“Songbird,” which is set up to track people navigating a pandemic, expected to start shooting this month, according to THR.
Starting June 12, film and television productions have been allowed to resume in Los Angeles County with strict rules including on-site employee testing, social distancing, accessory and set cleaning, as well as installation. from a coronavirus compliance officer together.
Demi Moore, Craig Robinson, and Paul Walter Hauser are among the cast of the film, and Adam Mason will direct. In addition to Bay, 55, producers Invisible Narratives and Catchlight Films also endorse the film.
Representatives for Bay and Catchlight did not immediately respond when Fox News contacted them for comment. Invisible narratives could not be reached.
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