Hollywood's major below-the-line unions, IATSE and Teamsters, organized a significant rally ahead of their upcoming negotiations with studios, signaling a strong stance against the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP). Union leaders, including IATSE boss Matthew Loeb and Teamsters President Sean O’Brien, expressed their readiness to strike this summer if a fair deal is not reached before the crew contracts expire on July 31. The rally, held in Encino, saw a massive turnout from various unions, with leaders emphasizing the importance of solidarity among the workers and warning of the potential for another Hollywood strike. The unions are demanding better wages and benefits, accusing corporations like Amazon, Netflix, Sony, and Disney of greed. The labor movement's resolve was clear, with statements indicating a willingness to 'shut down' production if their demands are not met.