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  • Paperback: 456 pages
  • Publisher: Silman-James Press; 2nd Expanded edition (February 1, 1999)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1879505460
  • ISBN-13: 978-1879505469
  • Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.6 x 1.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars This is the best book on contracts for film/TV, December 22, 1997
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Mark Litwak's book is by far the best book available on film and television contracts. His book is a no nonsense, thorough guide to the complex world of contractual law for an industry that has a history of taking advantage of those who don't take the time or spend the money to hire good legal representation. He is an advocate for the rights of artists, writers, actors, etc., and his contracts are a good basis for negotiations and deals in the TV/Film industry. Even if you hire your own attorney, this book will help you understand the structure of your deal and alert you to details and potential booby traps in all that fine print. D. Kuspa
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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A fine and thorough book, July 10, 2001
Litwak provides about as much as a professional could share in this throrough outing. He also shares 'boilerplate' contracts for virtally all key players in a film production. Of course, direct experience is the best teacher, but EVERY neophyte in film or television must own this book, and its a handy reference for seasoned professionals and part-timers.

Also check out his companion book, "Dealmaking..." which has priceless cues on what gray areas to avoid in negotiating with lawyers and their clients.

Essential for producers, directors, writers and anyone hoping to get financed or paid or both!

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Decent book - no CD, January 3, 2007
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This book is a good collection of legal contracts for the industry, but it doesn't have a CD-ROM or associated website where you can download the contracts as a starting-point template.

I believe the author is gouging us by forcing us to buy the CD separately. Very cheesy business practice. I hope you have OCR software to scan these pages into your computer.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Good book - no CD
I was led to believe that this book came with a CD. I'm kicking myself because I got the book and found no CD in it! That's primarily why I bought it. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Ten D

4.0 out of 5 stars Should come with the cd
A good, albeit US centric book, with some handy contracts. Unfortunately the digital version of these contracts are only available buy paying much more seperately. Read more
Published 13 months ago by P. Angel

5.0 out of 5 stars Great!
Although he is based in L.A. and this book can throw New Yorkers off a tad, Litwak offers great information, clean and concise. Could not ask for more. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Nik

4.0 out of 5 stars For those serious about producing
Good basic legal information oriented towards the independent feature film producer but useful for anyone who wants to produce film or other distributed video. Read more
Published on June 8, 2007 by Power User

5.0 out of 5 stars 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.
Published on May 13, 2007 by Diana Lesmez

5.0 out of 5 stars Irena Tully, Impulse Films & Prestige Entertainment
This is a useful and inspirational book that explains a variety of legal film production matters and provides drafts of contracts for basically every aspect of film & TV... Read more
Published on February 9, 2007 by Graham Tully

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