Adam Driver supports Hollywood strikes Venice

author: FutureCar Staff    

Adam Driver expressed his support for the Hollywood strikes, stating that his new indie film "Ferrari" demonstrates to big studios that it is possible to treat actors and writers better. The 39-year-old actor is one of the few stars able to attend the Venice Film Festival due to an interim agreement made by the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) allowing independent films to continue their promotional work.

During a press conference prior to the premiere of "Ferrari", Driver questioned why smaller distribution companies like Neon and STX International, which funded the film, were able to meet the demands set by the Screen Actors Guild, while big companies like Netflix and Amazon couldn't. In the film, Driver portrays Enzo Ferrari, the renowned racing car driver who founded the iconic Italian brand.

Driver emphasized his presence at the festival as a show of solidarity with the unions, stating that it is crucial to support the people you work with. Directed by Michael Mann, known for films like "Heat" and "Collateral", "Ferrari" is one of the 23 films competing for the prestigious Golden Lion in Venice.

Mann expressed that everyone involved in the production of "Ferrari" stands in "total solidarity" with the strikers, including actors and the Writers Guild of America. He highlighted the fact that the film was made possible because the individuals working on it sacrificed large portions of their salaries, including Adam Driver and himself, and producers worked without fees. The film did not receive financial support from any major studios, allowing them to stand in solidarity with both unions.

The strikes in Hollywood have brought the industry to a standstill, primarily due to concerns about pay in the streaming era and the potential use of AI technology.

FutureCar Staff