As the SAG-AFTRA strike reaches its 100th day, small businesses are feeling the brunt of the ongoing labor dispute in Hollywood. One such business, Faux Library Studio Props, has been severely impacted, with the owner warning that his survival is at stake.

Marc Meyer, owner of Faux Library Studio Props, has been supplying studios with period props for film and television for over three decades. However, the strike has brought his business to a standstill, causing major concerns for its future.

Meyer's warehouse, filled with treasures from past eras, usually attracts numerous trucks daily as they select set dressings, furniture, and books. Sadly, the strike has halted this activity, leading to a bleak financial situation for Meyer and his landlord.

"The landlord keeps saying, 'what am I gonna do, what is he going to do because he's not getting any income from this building,'" Meyer lamented. Forced to make tough decisions, Meyer had to lay off all but one of his 15 employees, many of whom had worked with him for more than a decade. Consequently, numerous employees are now relying on unemployment benefits.

The impact of the SAG-AFTRA strike extends beyond Faux Library Studio Props. According to the California Film Commission, the film and TV industry supports over 700,000 jobs statewide, with additional employment opportunities across the country. Economists estimate that the strike has caused a staggering $5 billion in economic losses, including revenue declines from supporting businesses.

Expressing his dismay, Meyer emphasized the need for the striking actors and studios to understand the consequences facing supporting businesses. "You would think they would understand that all of these side businesses that support the studios, that they are hurting," he said.

The SAG-AFTRA Actors Union initiated the strike 100 days ago, demanding fair wages adjusted for inflation, protection against artificial intelligence, and a revised streaming residual structure that ensures creators are appropriately compensated for the reuse of their work. Meyer appealed to the producers to make necessary compromises, emphasizing the shared struggles within the industry.

"I would think that the producers would consider giving up a little bit to pay everybody. I mean, everybody needs to be paid in this industry. Everybody can't be making hand-over-fist money. Just get back to work guys, come on. We're all struggling out here. It's just tough," Meyer expressed.

In a joint statement, the Actors Union and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers announced that negotiations will resume on Tuesday. However, as the strike continues, small businesses like Faux Library Studio Props face an uncertain future.

To support Marc Meyer and help raise funds to sustain his business, a GoFundMe campaign has been set up. Individuals interested in contributing can visit his GoFundMe page [insert GoFundMe link here].

As the strike's impact deepens, the fate of not only Hollywood production but also the countless supporting businesses lies in the balance. The hope remains that negotiations between the actors and studios will reach a resolution that ensures the survival of small enterprises like Faux Library Studio Props.