Introduction to independent filmmaking Independent filmmaking is a thrilling adventure, where creativity knows no bounds. For many aspiring filmmakers, it’s a dream to see their stories come to life on the big screen. Yet, even the most passionate visionaries face a common hurdle: securing financing for their projects. The world of independent motion picture production […]
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How to Properly Format Your Script or Screenplay
Introduction to Screenwriting Lights, camera, action! If you’ve ever dreamed of bringing your story to life on the big screen, then mastering the art of script formatting is a crucial step in turning that dream into a reality. Properly formatting your script or screenplay not only makes it easier for producers and directors to read […]
The Role of a Talent Manager in the Music Industry
Introduction to Talent Management in Music Welcome to the exciting world of talent management in the music industry! Behind every successful artist, there is a dedicated talent manager working tirelessly behind the scenes. From scouting raw talent to negotiating record deals, these unsung heroes play a pivotal role in shaping the careers of musicians around […]
The “fair use” doctrine
GOOGLE LLC v. Oracle America, Inc., 141 S. Ct. 1183 – Supreme Court 2021 Copyright and patents, the Constitution says, are to “promote the Progress of Science and useful Arts, by securing for limited Times to Authors and Inventors the exclusive Right to their respective Writings and Discoveries.” Art. I, § 8, cl. 8. Copyright […]
Artist’s “moral rights”
The term “moral rights” has its origins in the civil law and is a translation of the French le droit moral, which is meant to capture those rights of a spiritual, non-economic and personal nature. The rights spring from a belief that an artist in the process of creation injects his spirit into the work and that […]
Right of publicity
The statutory right of publicity, is based on Civil Code section 3344, which provides in relevant part as follows: “Any person who knowingly uses another’s name, voice, signature, photograph, or likeness, in any manner … for purposes of advertising or selling … without such person’s prior consent, … shall be liable for any damages sustained […]
Copyright protection for music compilations (9th Cir)
From Skidmore v. ZEPPELIN, 952 F. 3d 1051 – Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit 2020 I. THE 1909 COPYRIGHT ACT The world of copyright protection for music changed dramatically during the twentieth century and those changes dictate our analysis here. The baseline issue we address is the scope of Wolfe’s copyright in the unpublished composition […]