Making a movie may be part art and part science; but its 100 percent business. In this comprehensive and accessible guide; Kelly Charles Crabb shares the information necessary to understand the legal and financial challenges involved in getting a film from story to the silver screen and beyond. Drawing on over twenty years of experience in the entertainment industry; as both lawyer and producer; Crabb reveals his insiders knowledge on: Understanding copyright and intellectual property law Obtaining financial backing Selecting and hiring the key players Overseeing the filming Locking in the theatrical; home video; and TV distribution Understanding merchandise licensing and everything else you need to know to make a serious run at producing and exploiting a movie. Offering hands-on illustrations from actual movie contracts to show how the basic deals for each of the many stages are assembled; the author explains in plain and simple terms what the contracts contain and why. It gives the big picture and the finer points of movie making -- from concept to raking in the last dollar after the film is completed. While it may not transform you into a lawyer or an industry accountant -- and thats not what you want anyway -- it will take you through all the business and legal principles you need to know to be a successful and knowledgeable professional producer.
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0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Excellent introduction to Augusto Boal and the Theatre of the OppressedBy Cris S.This book offers an excellent introduction to the work of Augusto Boal; one of the most influential contemporary theatre practitioners. It offers a description of Boals career in Brazil as well as his exile abroad. The biggest contribution of the book; however; comes with its in-depth analysis of Boals Theatre of the Oppressed. It also offers practical examples of Boals theatrical practices and techniques.0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. great intro to his workBy SaraBoals work is fabulous; and this book is an excellent introduction to his theory and practices.