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Hollywood Dealmaking: Negotiating Talent Agreements
by Dina Appleton & Daniel Yankelevits
Two entertainment attorneys and Hollywood insiders explain all the ins and outs of negotiating in the movie industry, including back ends, gross and adjusted gross profits, deferments, box office bonuses, copyrights, and much more.
This easy-to-follow reference–written clearly, without confusing legal jargon–is packed with expert insights on distribution, licensing, and merchandising. The book’s invaluable resource section includes definitions of lingo for acquisition agreements and employment deals, twelve ready-to-use sample contracts, and a directory of entertainment attorneys in both New York and Los Angeles. With the negotiating tips in this guide, agents, writers, directors, actors, financiers, and filmmakers will save thousands of dollars in attorney fees.
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Reviews
“This is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking a primer on our business.”
—David J. Matlof, Partner, Armstrong Hirsch Jackoway Tyerman & Wertheimer
“Much of what I have achieved in the entertainment industry has come as a result of my ability to negotiate deals. Unfortunately, my understanding of the process came through the inefficient process of trial and error. Hollywood Dealmaking provides a quick understanding of everything one needs to know to negotiate Hollywood talent agreements.”
—Gavin Polone, motion picture and television producer
“...Provides a thorough guide to the key issues confronted in talent negotiations. The authors display their extensive knowledge of the dealmaking process.”
—Marti Blumenthal, Partner, Writers & Artists Agency
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