Can I Use Public Domain in a Short Film?
As a filmmaker, using footage from the public domain is a common technique which prevents the need to obtain a license and otherwise obtain clearance. Public domain represent archived footage that can be incorporated into a project without the need to obtain a license. But can I use public domain in a short film? This […]
How to Find Out if a Film is in the Public Domain
How to Find Out if a Film is in the Public Domain As a filmmaker, figuring out how to find out if a film is in the public domain is an important step to take before using any footage or film audio in your own production. You might just assume that a film is public […]
Must Know Filming Laws in Indiana for Filmmakers
Must Know Filming Laws in Indiana for Filmmakers Filmmakers are required to follow the individual laws and filmmaking regulations of the states and individual cities in which they travel to film. Say you’re planning a trip to the Hoosier State. You’re going to need to take some time to familiarize yourself with the local laws […]
What is the Right of Publicity & When Does it Apply in the Film Industry?
The film industry is an incredibly powerful, competitive, and highly sophisticated field. It requires individual filmmaker responsibility and focus. Especially when it comes to the privacy and the publicity of others. Whether you’re a beginning filmmaker that’s just now facing the unique rules and regulations associated with filming in a new location or state. Or […]
Ohio Film Laws for Documentary Filmmakers
Ohio Film Laws for Documentary Filmmakers Filmmakers that travel to other states to produce documentaries are challenged with the need to familiarize themselves with local film laws for the area in which they are filming. Producing a documentary in Ohio is likely to lead you into various situations. Ones in which you’ll want to be […]
North Carolina Filming Laws Every Film Crew Must Know
The Tar Heel State is widely known for its pristine mountain beauty and amazing structures and scenes. People come to North Carolina from around the world to engage in film shoots. Shoots that range from small crew productions to full feature, massive crew productions of all sizes. Before you plan a film shoot in North […]
Is it Illegal to Film Someone in Public Without their Permission in Ohio?
As a filmmaker, if you travel to other place you’re less familiar with, you’ll need to carefully examine the rules, regulations, and laws surrounding filmmaking. Individual state laws on consent vary from one state to the next. Those with the toughest taws have very strict requirements for commercial filmmakers. With regards to obtaining proper permission […]
Top Hawaii Film Production Laws for Professional Filmmakers
Top Hawaii Film Production Laws for Professional Filmmakers Filmmakers that travel outside their home state can face several challenges when it comes to familiarizing themselves with the individual laws regarding film production in the states they travel to. If you’re considering a film shoot in Hawaii, you’re likely to face a number of different regulations […]
What is Errors and Omissions Insurance for Filmmakers?
As a filmmaker, you’re probably working much of your career with the intent of producing films that will get distribution deals. However, any film that will be distributed is certain to require errors and omissions. This is to protect yourself and your production company from any potential legal liabilities. Liabilities that could be incurred from […]
Federal Laws in the Film Industry & What They Mean to Filmmakers
Filmmaking is a creative industry that is largely under regulated when it comes to government interference. Largely as a result of the First Amendment. Despite the intent of American government to allow filmmakers the freedom to express their artistic visions. When it comes to censorship, federal laws in the film industry are actually much tougher […]