Pointers For Movie Script Clearance

By Karen Parker


There are lots of people who are very new to the process of screenwriting and not sure what clearance is all about. In fact movie script clearance is a means of navigating important legal concerns about copyright. To follow are some practical tips to help you to learn more.

The aim of a clearance report for a script is to carefully check that it does not infringe upon copyrights or pose any other legal problems. The value of attending to clearance early on in the project is clear. It can prevent costly mistakes occurring in production which may infringe upon other people's rights. Thus it can prevent the need for reshooting and producing aspects of the movie if the problem is caught early on when the film is still in script form.

There are many companies and professionals who provide clearance reports to script writers and film makers across the country. A script clearance provider is typically staffed by lawyers and other professionals who are very familiar with copyright and other legal issues pertaining to creative industries. Their aim is to flag up any areas of the script which could pose a problem later in order that they can be rectified before production.

Many script writers are not aware of the broad range of areas which may infringe on others copyright or intellectual property. Even if the film features a passing glance of a work of art, then the person who created that work of art can pursue infringement of copyright claims. Furthermore, if a script uses text or songs which have been created by someone else, this can infringe upon copyright.

Many times screenwriters inadvertently use a copyrighted title within their work without realizing it. For example they might use a business name in the dialogue which they have made up but which refers to an actual company. It is easy to see why a trained and knowledgeable professional is needed to help the script writer guard against these infringements.

From these examples it is easy to understand why many script writers are interested in obtaining a clearance report. It can prove an extremely worthwhile investment that prevents costly mistakes in the future. To follow are some pointers that you should keep in mind when looking for a clearance firm.

Of course safety and quality should be key concerns. This means you must vet very carefully any providers or services that you are considering using to be sure they are reliable, reputable and safe. Below are some suggestions for publications which can help on this front.

To help on that front there are a variety of monthly magazines that focus on the film industry and screenwriting. These often include practical tips and guidance for navigating the process of clearance. As well you can find many online sites and blogs that are dedicated to screenwriting and which provide practical tips. Finally it might be worthwhile to ask around among your colleagues in the film industry to get their recommendations on the best companies and professionals to help with clearance. Here is a chance to learn more about the services provided, impressions of quality and costs.




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