Writers accept Overture

January 31, 2008 Overture Films has signed an interim agreement with the WGA to allow striking writers to work for the company. The deal follows a range of pacts between the WGA and such non-struck film companies as United Artists and the Weinstein Co. According to those familiar with the Overture deal, it includes similar provisions to those featured in other agreements. Overture launched its inaugural slate this month with the release of Callie Khouri's "Mad Money" and will release several films in the coming months, including "The Visitor" and "Sleep Walking."

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