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This article explores the 4 pillars of independent film financing: equity, pre-sales, tax incentives and debt.

This article explores the good, the bad and the ugly surrounding the possible state of the independent film industry in 2025.

NIL agreements are complex. This post describes how a legal advisor can assist in navigating NIL agreements.

Transferable film tax credits (also known as film tax incentives) are a form of government incentive provided to encourage film production.

NIL is disrupting College Football. This post is an analysis of those changes.

California's New AI Law's impact on Independent Filmmakers

Learn about the benefits of Canadian Film Incentives

Picture this: you're a restaurant owner, bar manager, or live venue operator, and you want to create the perfect atmosphere for your...

Netflix's DVD Giveaway almost led to a PR nightmare due to confusion over intellectual property rights.

A List of Options available to the Independent Filmmaker during the SAG-AFTRA and WGA Strikes

Starting a business in the music industry or as an independent artist requires passion, creativity, and a solid understanding of music...

This post explains what Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) is and the Opportunities for Businesses, Athletes, Artists, and Influencers to Benefit

In an era where creativity fuels the engine of the global economy, the importance of intellectual property (IP) for entertainment...

An Entertainment Lawyer lists the 10 Legal Mistakes to Avoid as an Entertainment Startup Business.

The ten essential provisions in a film distribution agreement

This post discusses the opportunities and challenges posed by AI and Chat GPT for Modern Creators

Insights on film distribution from the 2023 Cannes Film Festival regarding the role of streaming, theaters, virtual reality, and festivals

A blog post advising artists about how to negotiate entertainment contracts.

A Step-By-Step Guide to Music Licensing for Independent Filmmakers

This post describes the pros and cons of loan out companies, what they are, what purposes they serve, and how they are created