How to Get Permission to Film in a Location
How to Get Permission to Film in a Location Figuring out whether you’ll need permission to film in a particular location is something that filmmakers frequently find challenging. First there are rules and requirements that vary by city and state. And then you’ve got individual film rules and permitting requirements based on private locations. Figuring […]
Is it Legal to Film in an AirBnB Without Permission?
When traveling as a filmmaker, you’re likely to spend time at an Airbnb. Whether it’s for your own stay or for the stay of yourself and your crew. If you’re planning a trip, and your stay will take place at an Airbnb, you might be wondering, “Is it legal to film in an Airbnb without […]
Film Production Copyright Laws: What is a Derivative Works Clause?
Film Production Copyright Laws: What is a Derivative Works Clause? As a filmmaker, you’re bound to draw creative inspiration from other films. And from other works such as past novels which you’ve read or stories that you’ve heard. Inspiration can actually come from a variety of sources. Including past characters you found to be relatable, […]
How to Get Permission to Film in a Museum After Hours
How to Get Permission to Film in a Museum After Hours Seeking permission to film in a museum after hours is certainly a task that some filmmakers will approach. And it’s likely not going to be anything like A Night at the Museum. But perhaps there will be some adventure involved? Museums each have their own […]
Can you Use Production Audio from Another Movie in a Documentary Under Fair Use?
Can you Use Production Audio from Another Movie in a Documentary Under Fair Use? Fair use represents one of the most important limitations as to the exclusive rights of a copyright owner. Under fair use law the use of certain copyrighted works, including things like music or audio that was produced for a movie, without […]
Can you Use Advertisements for a Documentary Fair Use?
Can You Use Advertisements for a Documentary Fair Use? The use of advertisements in a documentary is something that many wonder about. Asking permission before using copyrighted works is certainly a tricky subject. Especially when there’s fair use policy! Which outlines strict rules under which permission is not required. Filmmakers that choose to use copyrighted […]
Do you Need Permission to Film In Public in San Antonio?
Do you Need Permission to Film In Public in San Antonio? Filming in public frequently requires a permit. Especially if you’re planning any style of commercial shoot in which public streets, roadways, or sidewalks would be interrupted! While individual city and state rules on film permits for commercial shoots vary, you might wonder. Do you […]
Can I Get Permission to Film in a Hospital?
Commercial filmmaking inside a hospital typically falls under private use on private property. Unless the hospital is state or county owned. Most hospitals have their own rules and regulations on informed consent. This means that before you can film inside the hospital you will need to have consent from any patients or hospital workers that […]
How to Get Permission to Film at a School
If you’re interested in shooting on school property you’ll probably be surprised to learn that you most likely will not require a film permit from the local city or state in which the school is located. However, you might need a school permit. You’re probably wondering who to speak with. As well as how to […]
What Qualifies as Fair Use of Archival Video in a Documentary?
As a documentary filmmaker, you might be wondering if archival footage can be used in your documentaries and if so, what the process is. The use of archived video footage, or stock footage, generally doesn’t require the same licensing that you would need from copyrighted material, but does this mean that you can use any […]