The Biz: The Basic Business Legal and Financial Aspects of the Film Industry

by Schuyler M. Moore

Today's film industry is a legal and financial obstacle course that independent filmmakers must learn to master. The most comprehensive guide to negotiating that obstacle course is The Biz, a highly accessible overview of the industry's important business, legal, and financial aspects. Filled with industry-savvy advice, it clearly explains

[€[raising financing

[€[business structuring

[€[securities laws

[€[budgeting essentials

[€[dealing with the guilds

[€[loans

[€[completion guarantees

[€[distribution deals

[€[video on demand

[€[virtual reality

[€[calculating net profits

[€[film-industry accounting practices and contingent payments

[€[copyright, publicity, and trademark laws

[€[screen credits and talent demands

[€[litigation problems

[€[bankruptcy

[€[taxation of film companies

[€[film-industry business jargon

]€]and much more, including many useful sample forms and agreements.

The 5th Edition adds much new material, including the most current information on video on demand and virtual reality, the thoro

Genres: Nonfiction, Film, Law

366 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2000

Reviews

[Jeff Boulton · Rating 4 out of 5]

Schuyler M. Moore has laid out the complexities of the business, legal and financial requirements of film production in a clear and pointed fashion. His book is rich with knowledge and insight that will benefit producers new to the business of filmmaking. I highly recommend that "The Biz" becomes a reference manual in every producer's library.

[Jacqueline Mcintyre · Rating 5 out of 5]

Had to read for school. I was able to understand the film industry business and make sure to have good lawyers and accountants on your team. Taught me a lot and very informative.

[Bahar · Rating 3 out of 5]

read for my class. interesting and informative!

[Mason · Rating 3 out of 5]

Clear, succinct explanations of all the basic legal and financial aspects of the film industry.