How to Copyright a Movie If you’ve ever produced a short film or motion picture, you’ve probably found yourself wondering how to copyright a movie. It’s a process that any filmmaker should be aware of, and it’s really not that difficult. In fact, registering for a copyright that will provide […]
Understanding Clean Chain of Title, E&O Insurance, and Film Distribution Before a film is ever distributed the producer must work with actors, props, locations, and a variety of other elements in order to create the production. The artistic creation, the result of hundreds of hours of combined labor among cast, […]
A Filmmaker’s Guide to Title Clearing Services A clean chain of title is an important aspect to any film or television media production. The clean chain of title begins with a title report and a letter of opinion. Stating that the filmmakers have taken the necessary steps to assess the […]
What is a Film and Television Letter of Opinion? Whenever a film is produced and prepared for distribution several steps must be taken to ensure there will be no legal repercussions. Especially in regards to copyright or trademark infringement. The film’s title is one of the hardest decisions to make. […]
Understanding Film Clearances and Releases Required for Distribution Before a film is produced it will begin going through a process of clearance review. To ensure all appropriate steps are taken to limit potential risk of copyright or trademark infringement. In fact, long before a film can be distributed, it must […]
What is an Actor Letter of Intent? Much of the filmmaking process behind the scenes is contractual and of a legal nature. You might not realize it if you’re in front of the screen. But any producer will tell you that much of their job is focused on ensuring all […]
What is a Negative Pickup Deal in Film? One of the greatest challenges in the entertainment industry is in the fact that films face major struggles in financing. Production costs are incredible. Without financing or funding of some sort, even the best scripts can go unproduced. Finding the right investors […]
