Whether you are being featured in a motion picture production or are involved in the creative process of the production, it is essential that you have the legal assistance necessary to help guide you through the often complicated and involved process. Biletsky Law has the tools and experience necessary to provide you with the information and services needed to maximize your potential whether you are on the creative, technical, or corporate side of the production.
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Option Purchase Agreement – Whether a motion picture or television show is based on someone’s life, a previous writing, or a screen play, it is important that you be able to market your writing while also protecting the contents and concepts of the writing.
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Acting contracts – Important deal points including compensation, credits, and other accommodations are vital to ensuring that your performance receives the maximum benefit.
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Release agreements – Due to the many components that are involved in putting together a motion picture production, it is important that you obtain the necessary releases for everything from talent, to products, to locations.
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Producer contracts – When being a part of the development of a motion picture it is essential to be provided with enough creative power and to be adequately compensated for your work.
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Director contracts – Recognition and creativity are some of the cornerstone deal points of director contracts that are needed for a successful project.
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Financing – Financing a motion picture or a television show is an integral part of the production process. Being able to convey your project ideas in an effective format can help attract the necessary financing. After securing the financing, it is important to make sure that the funds are appropriately utilized and distributed.
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Distribution – Once the production has finished, distribution agreements can help get the production viewed by audiences in territories around the world.
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Location – Where you shoot heavily influences the production of a motion picture in both a creative and financial manner. Making sure that your locations are reserved and have the appropriate liability disclaimers can help determine the success of a motion picture project.
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Product placement – Inserting products into a motion picture is an important way to raise revenues, promote brands, and to convey the right message to your viewers.
- Copyright – Protect your content by taking advantage of the applicable copyright laws.
- Trademark – Protect your brand to ensure that your reputation remains intact.