Thursday, March 22, 2006
7:00 to 10:00 PM – Eight Floor Conference Center

This seminar will address the most common legal and business issues involved in independent film production. Mr. Gagliano will offer practical advice on how to turn your story concept into box office dollars without spending your life’s fortune and mortgaging your house in the process.

Seminar Fee:
$200.00 (includes an individual consultation session with Mr. Gagliano for each seminar participant)

 

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Seminar Topics:

I. Proper Preparation Insures Perfection! – What should be done before the script is completed, before the talent is attached and before you attempt to raise a single dollar in financing? A review of business structures commonly used for film production, options and other agreements related to protecting your ideas, and other concepts important to the beginning of production.

II. Show Me ‘Da Money – How on earth do you convince people to give you money to make a movie? What are the strategies and pitfalls involved in funding an independent film from the perspective of both the investor and the filmmaker? A review of front money, minimum/maximum budgets, deferred payments, development funds and division of revenues between investors, producers and talent.

III. Sign on the Dotted Line – How do you deal with SAG and AFTRA and other applicable unions and Guilds? A review of agreements and releases to be used with actors, directors, line producers, writers, crew, locations, product providers, minors and independent contractors.

IV. What if Celene Dion Isn’t Available? – How can you improve the quality of your independent film through the acquisition and use of music? An examination of the numerous copyright and licensing issues involved in having music created for your film or obtaining permission to use existing compositions and recordings. Consideration of other intellectual property and publicity issues related to independent film.

V. You Made It! Now Get it Seen! – What are the various methods for distributing your film? What are the plusses and minuses of each method? What will distributors want from you before accepting your film for distribution: common “delivery” requirements and the standard distribution agreement provisions? What are the alternatives to standard distribution arrangements? A review of common post-production concerns, film festivals, errors and omissions insurance, and engaging producers’ representatives to sell your film.

Light Refreshments Will Be Served.