The definitive guide to motion picture law and theatrical rights .
This comprehensive treatise collects decisions from state, federal, English, and Canadian courts to illuminate the legal landscape of the motion picture industry and related theatre and literary property.
This edition explains the rights and contracts that shape authors, actors, directors, producers, distributors, exhibitors, and the public. It covers how the law applies to adaptations, collaborations, and range of deals, including how copyright, contracts, and unfair competition interact in practice. With detailed sections and a long-standing perspective, it helps lawyers, judges, and industry professionals understand the principles behind courtroom rulings.
- Key principles governing authors’ rights in motion pictures and related works
- Practical coverage of contracts, remedies, and remedies for breach
- How licensing, performances, and exhibitions are regulated across venues and media
- Historical context and cross-border considerations from the United States and abroad
Ideal for readers of legal reference works, cinema history, and professionals who need a solid foundation in motion picture and theatre law.