The American Bar Association's Legal Guide to Independent Filmmaking

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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")