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Dealmaking in the Film and Television Industry From Negotiations Through Final Contracts: 2nd Edition Expanded and Updated (Paperback)

by Mark Litwak (Author) "Before delving into the details of dealmaking, it is important for the reader to understand the context in which deals are made and the motivation..." (more)
Key Phrases: corroborative action, overall development deals, recaptured rights, New York, Los Angeles, United States (more...)

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Dealmaking is the first self-defense book for everyone working in the film and television industry, Addressing a general, non-attorney readership, it is a fascinating, highly accessible and practical guide to current entertainment laws peculiarities and "creative" practices. Armed with this book, filmmakers can save themselves thousands of dollars in legal fees as they navigate the entertainment business's shark-infested waters. Whether you are a professional or wannabe producer, writer, director, or actor, Litwak can help you make the most of your business dealings while steering you clear of contractual traps.

The second edition of this popular book contains hundreds of updates and revisions of the first edition and includes two new chapters: Legal Remedies and Retaining Attorneys, Agents, and Managers.

About the Author
Mark Litwak is a veteran entertainment attorney known for aggressively representing independent filmmakers and writers. As a professor of entertainment and copyright law, he has taught at UCLA, Loyola Law School, and the University of West Los Angeles and presented lectured for the American Bar Association, the American Film Institute, Columbia University, NYU, USC, the New School for Social Research, the Toronto Film Festival, San Francisco State University, and the Royal College of Art in London. In addition to Dealmaking, he is the author of the books Contracts for the Film and Entertainment Industry, Reel Power, and Courtroom Crusaders."

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Paperback: 396 pages
Publisher: Silman-James Press; 2 Exp Upd edition (October 1, 2002)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1879505665
ISBN-13: 978-1879505667
Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7 x 1 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds

Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

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Before delving into the details of dealmaking, it is important for the reader to understand the context in which deals are made and the motivation of the players. Read the first page

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corroborative action, overall development deals, recaptured rights, depiction release, sequel motion picture, literary purchase agreement, initial option period, time hereunder, terminating party, services hereunder, employment hereunder, hereafter devised, copyright therein, last refusal, credit pursuant, rights herein, sequel rights, reversion clause, pursuant hereto, court having jurisdiction thereof, contingent compensation, blanket license, profit participants, fixed compensation, theatrical motion picture

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New York, Los Angeles, United States, Writers Guild, First Amendment, Product Form, Lending Agreement, Warner Bros, Wilshire Blvd, Copyright Act, Screen Actors Guild, Right of Last Refusal, Writer Default, American Arbitration Association, Steven Spielberg, Third-Party Offer, Director's Default, American Film Marketing Association, Beverly Hills, Library of Congress, Writer's Incapacity, Big Films, John Doe, Eddie Murphy, Territorial Minimums

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5.0 out of 5 stars Irena Tully "Impulse Productions", January 30, 2007

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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

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4.0 out of 5 stars Useful Book, November 27, 2004

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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.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent resource, May 13, 2007

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

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