Overview
This is the authoritative handbook you need to lead you through the legal morass of producing an independent film, through financing, development, principal photography, distribution, and delivery. Each chapter contains a general road map for the phase of filmmaking covered by that chapter, including the relevant forms and contracts, which come with plenty of explanatory info and some select negotiating tips. The book is perfect for entertainment and intellectual property lawyers; art, design, trade, and law schools; and burgeoning artists with an idea, in need of a guide to get them to inception. It's a practical, prescriptive form book for legal professionals and burgeoning filmmakers. This version does not include a CD-ROM.
Full Product Details
Author: Michael C. Donaldson ,
Lisa A. Callif
Publisher: American Bar Association
Imprint: American Bar Association
ISBN: 9781627229272
ISBN 10: 1627229272
Pages: 220
Publication Date: 07 June 2015
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Not yet available
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Reviews
Donaldson & Callif helped us navigate the tricky waters of getting I'm Still Here made and insured so we could secure distribution. They know every corner of entertainment law, every shade of grey. -- Casey Affleck, Hollywood Actor/Director This invaluable and detailed guide is such a perennial resource, you'll want to thank the book for not charging you by the hour. -- Eddie Schmidt, President, International Documentary Association / Producer Donaldson & Callif really helped me and my team get through a lot of complicated legal issues on Countdown to Zero. Much thanks to you! -- Lawrence Bender, Producer ( Inglourious Basterds, Kill Bill, Inconvenient Truth ) This desperately needed ABA Legal Guide details agreements, releases, rights and more as it clearly explains the independent filmmaking process from story acquisition to final copyright. Experienced and inexperienced filmmakers will save their sanity and money thanks to this superb resource. What problems this book will solve! -- Diane Carson, Past-President, University Film and Video Association I wish I had this book when I embarked on my first film. It clearly lays out the basic legal points necessary to get a film done and ready to be delivered. -- Jeffrey Levy-Hinte, Producer ( The Kids Are All Right, Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired )
Author Information
Michael C. Donaldson founded Donaldson + Callif specializing in representing independent filmmakers in all aspects of filmmaking. He lives in Santa Monica, California. Lisa A. Callif is an entertainment attorney whose primary focus is on representing independent filmmakers. She lives in Los Angeles, California.
