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Paramount's antitrust lawsuit removes a legal barrier to a potential merger, but critics warn the deal could dismantle Hollywood as it currently exists, according to comments from screenwriter Mike Schur in an NPR interview.

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Paramount faced an antitrust lawsuit that could have blocked or complicated any merger efforts. The resolution of this suit removes a legal impediment to consolidation in the media industry.

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Now that Paramount has an antitrust suit, the way is clear for a merger. But many say the deal will be the unmaking of Hollywood. NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with screenwriter and showrunner Mike Schur.

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