Dealmaking in the Film and Television Industry from Negotiations Through Final Contracts

by Mark Litwak

Book Overview

Dealmakingthe popular, award-winning "self-defense" book for everyone working in the film and television industryis now expanded (with more than 120 additional pages) and updated to include the latest... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1879505665
• ISBN13: 9781879505667
• Release Date: October 2002
• Publisher: Silman-James Press
• Length: 404 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.1" x 9.9"

Customer Reviews

Good Source of Information

A good source of information and handy reference when trying to work one's way through the complex world of television and film contracts. Of course, there is no substitute for real legal advice. If anything, the information in this book enables one speak intelligently with one's own attorneys.

Excellent resource

Comprehensive and a terrific resource. The goal is not to use the book instead of legal advice, but it is a terrific starting point.

Irena Tully "Impulse Productions"

This book is invaluable to anyone embarking on a filmmaking venture, as it provides a clear understanding of and essential guidance to entertainment dealmaking. It initially saves producers a lot of money in legal fees and it's also essential for writers, directors and actors since it covers all aspects of the film and television industry. It offers a myriad of detailed sample contracts and litigations, and spans subjects from copyright, purchasing rights, depiction & location releases, protection of titles, employment contracts, hiring crews, casting sessions, soundtracks & music rights, distribution agreements, trademarks, right of privacy, constitutional limitations, defences & privileges, remedies and basically every important attribute from early deal negotiations to final agreements. www.impulsefilms.com

Useful Book

This book is a handy reference for business and legal users. The text strikes a good balance between being useful as an informational reference and being overly encyclopedic. The forms reflect many good contracting practices. www.ambroziaklaw.com.