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Entertainment & Sports

Dec. 14, 2013

Production in peril: What happens when you lose a star?

What happens when a production unexpectedly loses its star? By Mary Craig Calkins and Daniel H. Rylaarsdam


By Mary Craig Calkins and Daniel H. Rylaarsdam


Paul Walker's untimely death is a tragedy for his family, friends and the entertainment community. The unexpected loss also causes significant business issues. Universal Studios has announced that production of "Fast & Furious 7" will be shut down to allow the parties to recover and decide what to do. With an estimated budget of $150 million, the decision will also affect hundreds of millions of dol...

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