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| by Dina Appleton and Daniel Yankelevits
Entertainment attorneys and Hollywood insiders Dina Appleton and Daniel Yankelevits explain the negotiation techniques and strategies used by seasoned professionals in entertainment dealmaking. This comprehensive guide details the interests and roles of producers, writers, actors, directors, agents, and studio employees in crafting a deal. Readers will find advice on how to:
- Recognize the key players in the dealmaking process
- Understand the "lingo" and terminology used in the entertainment industry
- Acquire option-purchase rights in a contract
- Create employment deals for the actor, director, writer, producer, and crew
- Work out distribution rights for film and television
With sample contracts, memos to illustrate key dealmaking points, and section summaries to clarify complex legal issues, Hollywood Dealmaking is an essential resource for industry novices and veterans alike. |
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Reviews
"I wish I could have had this book when I was starting out in the business. It would have made the process of deciphering the various codes and intricacies of the filmmaking business immeasurably easier. An invaluable reference work."--Alan Poul, executive producer, True Blood and Six Feet Under
"This is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking a primer on our business."--David J. Matlof, partner, Hirsch Wallerstein Hayum Matlof & Fishman
"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
"Hollywood Dealmaking is very clearly written and brings the complicated dealmaking process to a level of easy understanding."--Eric Weissmann, partner, Weissmann Wolff Bergman Coleman Grodin & Evall, LLP
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