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Case Study: Recorded Picture Co. By Li Y. Wang - Recorded Picture Company vs. Nelson Entertainment, Inc. has become a pivotal case in understanding the rights of producers when negotiating with distributors and subdistributors.
Fair Use and Its Limitations By Brandon A. Blake - An explanation of the Fair Use Doctrine and its availability to motion picture producers.
Film Distribution Basics By Brandon A. Blake - An overview of the concepts and terms of domestic/ foreign distribution deals.
Foreign Anti-trust Laws By Li Y. Wang - While Hollywood studios have begun relying on distribution alliances overseas, they also begin to face anti-trust laws outside the US.
International IP By Li Y. Wang - How the failure of foreign governments to protect US Copyrights and intellectual property costs studios and independents billions.
Hurdles to Jump By Li Y. Wang - Analysis of foreign trade barriers to US film exports.
Music Rights By Brandon A. Blake - An informative discussion of music rights and clearances in motion pictures.
Screenplay Basics By Brandon A. Blake - Options and acquisitions of source material.
The Law of Copyright By Brandon A. Blake - Introduction to important motion picture copyright law issues.
