The Bottom Line Universal Pictures’ move to bypass theatrical distribution with Trolls World Tour has the potential to fundamentally shift the film distribution model.As Universal and other studios look to compress or eliminate the exclusive theatrical distribution window, parties Continue Reading
COVID-19 Impact on TV and Film Production
The Bottom Line TV and film producers need to be aware of the unexpected ways that the coronavirus crisis is impacting numerous aspects of their business, from “force majeure” and cancellations, to union and talent issues, and content order agreements. The rapid spread of the coronavirus Continue Reading
SAG-AFTRA and the JPC Issue Temporary Waiver Regarding Stock Footage in Commercials
The Bottom Line Given the uncertain duration of the coronavirus pandemic, there is no expiration date for this Section 7 stock footage waiver.The Union must provide the JPC with 14 days’ notice of termination in order to bring the waiver period to an end.Until then, the Union Continue Reading
Right of Publicity and the Rise of True Crime
6th Edition: Trends in Marketing Communications Law Among the many high-profile entertainment industry headlines in 2018, one case in particular stands out for its impact on the rising trend of “true crime” entertainment. Olivia de Havilland, a leading lady during Hollywood’s “Golden Age,” sued Continue Reading