Wage Gap Debate Sparked by 'All the Money in World' Reshoots | THR News

The transcript discusses the wage gap debate sparked by Ridley Scott's decision to reshoot scenes in 'All the Money in the World' after replacing Kevin Spacey with Christopher Plummer. Mark Wahlberg was paid significantly more than Michelle Williams for the reshoots, leading to public outcry from figures like Jessica Chastain and Judd Apatow. The transcript details the financial negotiations and contractual obligations involved, highlighting the gender pay disparity in Hollywood. The film's financial performance and public reactions are also covered.

What sparked the wage gap debate in the film 'All the Money in the World'?

• The film's box office performance

• The film's release date being moved

• The reshoot of scenes involving Mark Wahlberg and Michelle Williams

• The replacement of Kevin Spacey with Christopher Plummer

Which actress was one of the first to call out the pay disparity between Mark Wahlberg and Michelle Williams?

• Jessica Chastain

• Sophia Bush

• Amber Tamblyn

• Judd Apatow

What did Sophia Bush emphasize in her criticism of the pay disparity?

• The role of agents in negotiating salaries

• The importance of equal pay for equal work

• The need for more female directors

• The impact of social media on activism

What was the main argument used by those defending Mark Wahlberg's higher pay?

• He was the director's first choice for the role

• His name was used to secure foreign sales

• He was not contractually obligated to do reshoots

• He had a more extensive acting resume

What was one of the reasons given for Wahlberg's higher leverage in negotiations?

• He had a larger role in the film

• He was beginning to shoot a new film

• He had a better relationship with the director

• He was more popular with the audience