De Niro: US actors' strike is bad idea

Robert De Niro has opposed strike action over US film and television actors' pay.

The Screen Actors Guild and Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers have yet to agree terms, with new media work a particular sticking point, despite a previous contract expiring at the end of last month.

"I do not think it is a good time to be striking," said De Niro. "All the trade unions are affected by the strike. With the economy as it is at this time, it does not seem to be a great idea."

The star said the disputed matters could instead be "resolved" in coming years.