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Thursday, 8 December 2011

Legal and Ethical

What does ‘copyright,’ mean? 

Copyright is a legal concept authorized by most government, giving the creator work exclusive rights. It is generally for” the right to copy2 but gives the copyright holder the right to credit for the work and decide who can adapt it or can even trades it too.

Give three examples of different things which you might include in your video and could be subject to copyright:
Music
Facebook pictures
Clip from YouTube

List two websites that give copyright free music:
YouTube
LimeWire

List a website where you can find free or low fee photographs:

Explain what a location release form and why is it needed for filming?
A location release form is a binding contrast between the film maker and the owner(s) of the private property within or where the film is shooting. By signing this form the property owner forgoes the right to sue for specific types of claims and gives the production team authorization to use their property in filming.


What is a contributor release form and why is it required?
A permit to company giving them authorization to use and show filming materials. Also ensuring them that the contribution should not contain materials that are subject to copy right issues. Without it you will not have the right to show your film to anyone or enter it into the fFlm Nation Competition


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