guilds
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Guilds gave way to trade unions, a very different type of organization. The artisans in the guilds were self-employed, unlike most members of trade unions.
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“Sentimental Value” didn’t do well with the guilds, but I think Oscar voters, a much more global group, will come through for it.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 11, 2026
"Any talent agency that engages in this should be boycotted by all guilds," said Lyonne, who is currently working with "ethical AI" to create a feature film that stars real actors.
From BBC • Sep. 30, 2025
Still, it’s worth pointing out that “Anora” won the top prizes this year from the producers, directors and writers guilds.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2025
But although initially in opposing teams, or guilds, their characters started a conversation.
From BBC • Feb. 13, 2025
He wrote more about Ayortha than I ever wished to know: how the guilds were structured; the number of gallons of milk produced in a year by one Ayorthaian cow; the construction of their manors.
From "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine
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