Navigating the Legal Issues of Documentary Filmmaking
As a documentary filmmaker, you’re going to face a lot of challenges but the process of producing a documentary film can still be incredibly rewarding. Navigating the potential legal issues of documentary filmmaking can pose some challenges that you might not be fully prepared for. Identifying potential legal issues in advance of the production process, […]
Top Legal Issues for Making Documentary Films Every Producer Must Know
Top Legal Issues for Making Documentary Films Every Producer Must Know As a filmmaker, the ideas and inspiration you come up with to create a film are almost certainly from another source. In fact, it’s normal for ideas and inspiration for films to come from a variety of outside sources. Including the people you’ve met […]
Top 5 Considerations Under Fair Use Laws for Filmmakers
Top 5 Considerations Under Fair Use Laws for Filmmakers Fair use is a common protection brought up in Civil Court following the filing of a copyright infringement lawsuit against a filmmaker or documentarian. Fair use laws for filmmakers offer a protection against legal issues related to the use of copyrighted material without a license or […]
What is Copyright Clearance Procedure for Filmmakers?
What is Copyright Clearance Procedure for Filmmakers? As a film producer, you should already be aware of the importance of obtaining the proper copyright clearances for your project and the potential risks that come into play if you do not seek permission to use music, performances, or other copyrighted material in your productions. In fact, […]
What Every Filmmaker Needs to Know about the Chain of Title for Film
The chain of title for film represents a historical, chronological records keeping. Which proves that the production company took all necessary steps to ensure they own the copyrights and have full permission to the creative works used within a film. Before a film can be sold for distribution, a clean chain of titles is required. […]
Understanding Child Labor Laws and the Chicago Film Industry
Understanding Child Labor Laws and the Chicago Film Industry Filming in Illinois is an incredible experience. Both for the filmmaker and for the talented cast and crew that are part of various productions. Ones taking place in Chicago and other major cities throughout The Prairie State. There’s a lot of fun and adventure involved in […]
How to Cast a Non Union Film
How to Cast a Non Union Film If you’re working with a large or unlimited film budget, hiring a union cast and crew is definitely going to be on the top of your to-do list. But what about non-union films? Figuring out how to cast a non-union film that has a low budget. Or, even, […]
Can you Shoot a Low Budget Film In Georgia Non Union?
Can you Shoot a Low Budget Film In Georgia Non Union? Filmmaking in Georgia is a growing industry that has gained a lot of traction. And it continues to involve a mix of both union and non-union film crews. Can you shoot a low budget film in Georgia non union? You’ve come to the right […]
How to Get Clearance for Film
How to Get Clearance for Film Determining how to get clearance for film is a unique process which focuses heavily on acquiring the required permissions relative to the film production. Each aspect of film clearance may include a variety of underlying results. Including necessary clearance on the film set, talent, music and stock footage, computer […]
How to Get the Film Rights to Someone’s Story
How to Get the Film Rights to Someone’s Story People have a legitimate right to own their personal story. But many are simply shocked to find that a film is made about them. And without anyone ever asking permission to use their works! However, as a filmmaker? It’s important to acquire the proper film rights […]