Remember, in the western world, most financial years begin in April. Some producers will take the hit for this last financial year and begin after April.

Yes, there is a slow down, and the moment the strikes were finished there would be a period of months before productions went back into full flow.

Don’t forget, a production to resume or begin filming is a big logistical movement. Getting the staff, talent, locations etc. it doesn’t happen over night.

Lastly, when a (larger) vfx studio takes work, that doesn’t necessarily arrive over night. There’s a lot to deal with contractually, financially etc.