Contract law documentaries

Best law documentaries

A person's right to privacy has to be balanced against other people's rights under the First Amendment.
If Kitty Kelly wants to write an unauthorized biography about Frank Sinatra, she can do so without his permission.
Likewise, Mike Wallace and his "60 Minutes" camera crew can film others without their permission..

Best law documentaries

Before you shoot on private property, get permission from the owners first.
It's best to get a signed location release.
If you are filming inside a restaurant or store and music is playing on the overhead speakers, be aware that if you use it in your film, you will need to get permission..

Can you sue a documentary?

The main way filmmakers keep from being sued successfully is by making their documentaries about public figures and events.
You can say nearly anything about a public figure.
They can sue but they have very little chance of winning unless they can prove that the filmmaker was acting out of malice..

Do you need permission to do a documentary?

Before you shoot on private property, get permission from the owners first.
It's best to get a signed location release.
If you are filming inside a restaurant or store and music is playing on the overhead speakers, be aware that if you use it in your film, you will need to get permission..

Do you need permission to make a documentary?

Desktop Documentaries:
Technically, anyone who can be seen (clearly) in your documentary needs to give you their permission in writing using a "talent release form".
If not, you would need to blur them out.
However, I suggest you simply use some common sense..

How do you make a good documentary?

Do Some Research

1. Take notes during your research
2. Ensure accuracy
3. Conduct initial interviews
4. Check out similar documentaries
5. Go for an interesting, emotional, and/or inspiring angle
6. Include key points that will resonate with your audience