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This unionization effort signals a potential shake-up in Hollywood’s production landscape. VFX workers have long been subjected to uncompensated overtime, grueling deadlines, and a lack of job security—issues that unions could help address. If successful, this move could serve as a precedent for other VFX departments across the industry.
Fallout for Marvel and Hollywood
The implications of this unionization extend beyond labor rights. In recent years, Marvel has faced mounting criticism for its ballooning budgets, with multimillion-dollar films often exceeding $200 million—sometimes soaring as high as $300 million. The studio’s ambitious slate has been criticized for poor planning, last-minute changes, and a hectic release schedule that strains resources.