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The article focuses on the European films distributor company Distrib FilmsUS and its founder and president François Scippa-Kohn. It mentions the releases of films by the company, like "Becoming Traviata" and "Just a Sigh" in the U.S. It also focuses on Scippa-Kohn's dual citizenship of Italy and France and the films that he licenses for the U.S. His views on the American reaction to French films and audience he targets for the films that he distributes are also mentioned.

The article offers information on the need and development of a standardized transnational licensing system under the copyright law for media that emphasizes on the music, film, and television streaming services. It discusses the efficiency of the royalty collection, computation and distribution system for digital online streaming services. It analyzes the constitutionality of the Uruguay Round Agreements Act and the Stop Online Piracy Act in providing copyright protection to content creators.

The article reflects the author's views about the Chinese film industry and trends in Chinese films. The author says that Chinese films are depicting two contradictory approaches: films as source of economic consolidation and as a medium of dissent for the marginalized sections. The Chinese film industry has been growing despite government restrictions, says the author. The author also analyzes the film "The Curse of the Golden Flower" directed by Zhang Yimou.

The article looks at U.S. media company MGM/UA with a focus on its Home Entertainment Group (HEG) as of February 1983. Particular focus is given to HEG's prospectus for its initial public offering on December 22, 1982 and the licensing agreement which grants HEG the right to sell MGM/UA movies to third parties.

This article reports on a biographical film being made about reggae musician Bob Marley. The film is based on a book written by Marley's widow. Marley's family has refused to license his music for the film, and has instead given the rights to a documentary being created by director Martin Scorsese.

The article features David Maisel, an American entertainment businessman best known for developing Marvel Studios production slate financing plan. Topics covered include his attempt to launch a franchise with a movie based on the mobile game Angry Birds, his decision to stay in a house near The Grove shopping complex with his mother and the goal of Marvel to license other characters. Also mentioned is his call for Marvel to own its live-action movies.

The article reports that the Office of Alien Property Custodian (APC) has decided to not issue licenses for the exhibition of 50 German and Austrian films in the U.S. due to protests and crusades conducted by groups opposing to it.

The article reports on the film-rating system in China. It states that in China consumers do not have the right to rate their film, and it is done by a group of censors. It also discusses the basic principles to be followed while submitting a film project for distribution in China. It also mentions about the State Administration of Press, Publications, Radio, Film, and Television.

The article focuses on the virtual private network (VPN) clampdown efforts of on-demand Internet streaming media provider Netflix, which despite being the leading gateway to films and television programs, is facing problems related to pleasing its customers and film and television studios. Topics discussed include the reason behind the use of VPN to access Netflix and issues arising from film and television studios' complex licensing model.

The article reports on the use of drone aircraft in the production of motion pictures. It mentions their use in filming as well as support services like lifting lights or delivering equipment, working with lidar to map motion picture locations, and the issue of permits and regulations covering the use of drones.

The article discusses the retail sales performance of licensed goods in the entertainment category from 2002 to 2006. It states that based on year-to-date ranking for the top 10 film studios, Paramount ranked number 1 with 17.4% of the market share. Moreover, children's programming are said to dominate the licensing landscape with developments like the tween programming of Walt Disney and the rebranding of the morning show "KEWLOPOLIS" by DIC Entertainment. Lucasfilm Ltd. is said to revive the Indian Jones films in May 2008.

The article focuses on the censorship of independent films and documentaries in China in the 21st century. It comments on efforts by Chinese officials to prevent the documentary "Cut Out the Eyes" by Xu Tong about folk singer Er Housheng from showing at the Beijing Independent Film Festival in 2014. It mentions that film makers have to apply for a license from the Film Bureau of the State Administration of Radio, Film, and Television, and talks about various nonconforming documentaries.

The article discusses the advantages of stock footage in the production of television programs, documentaries and independent films. It mentions the ways by which stock footage can be easily accessed through various diverse sites like Global ImageWorks, Shutterstock and Buyout Footage, and notes how technology improved the quality and format of stock footages. It also explores the licensing processes for legal use of the footages. The sites involved with the market of stock footage are cited.

The article discusses a court case wherein the plaintiff's work was used by defendants as a background score of a movie without permission. The Bombay High Court has released an injunction that restricts the defendants from releasing the movie comprising copies of the plaintiff's work. Moreover, the defendants were directed to charge consent terms in court stating their agreement to take on the entire rights of the work for 20 million Indian Rupees.

The article reports on the criticisms against the proposed film permit legislation by the New York City Mayor's Office of Film, Theater and Broadcasting in the U.S. Such proposal aims to finalize the rules by the end of July 2007 and will take effect a month after the publication. However, the New York Civil Liberties Union has argued that such regulation will require large number of casual photographers and filmmakers to acquire city permits with insurance.

The article reports on the success of Think Film to get the worldwide rights to the provocative graphic abortion documentary "Lake of Fire," directed by Tony Kaye. The documentary film features all sides of the abortion debate, including footage of procedures as well as interviews of people such as Operation Rescue founder Randall Terry and lawyer Alan Dershowitz. According to Mark Urman, he plans to roll out the film at more than a half-dozen film festivals before its release.

The article discusses the creative strategy of Warner Bros. Consumer Products Ltd. for launching the film "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix" in Great Britain. According to the author, the company stuck to a tried and tested film merchandise formula, which include iconic imagery from the film, cast photography, and a core range of products. He adds that they also focused on its licensing program and ask how it can better appeal to its audience.

The article reports the content aggregation deal between the digital entertainment platform Eros Now and the Indian film production company Dharma Productions. It also reports that the deal gives Eros Now the licensing and digital distribution rights to Dharma Productions' films "Badrinath Ki Dulhania," "Ok Jaanu" and other 11 catalogue films.

The article reports on the completion by German media company Leonine of an all-rights licensing deal with Pathé Films on Guillaume Canet's upcoming film "Asterisk & Obelisk, The Silk Road" for Germany and Austria.

The article reports that the territory-by-territory licensing of films, the main source of revenues of European film and television (TV) industries and U.S. film industry, will likely survive the effort of the European Commission for unified digital market in Europe. It presents the views of Marco Chimenz of Cattleya production in Italy and Gunther H. Oettinger of European Commission on the issue.

The article focuses on editor and executive producer Kim Hendrickson of home video company Criterion Collection. It mentions that the company specializes in licensing classic and contemporary films and selling them to film aficionados. It also offers information on the sister company of Criterion which is the film distribution company Janus Films.

Independent film financier Megan Ellison, daughter of Oracle's Larry Ellison, won the rights to two more Terminator films [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article presents questions and answers related to actors, including if an actor, who is still applying for a working permit, could get a part or representation in the U.S., getting payment from a commercial print job done and using two résumés.

This article reports on a biographical film being made about reggae musician Bob Marley. The film is based on a book written by Marley's widow. Marley's family has refused to license his music for the film, and has instead given the rights to a documentary being created by director Martin Scorsese.

This article reports on a biographical film being made about reggae musician Bob Marley. The film is based on a book written by Marley's widow. Marley's family has refused to license his music for the film, and has instead given the rights to a documentary being created by director Martin Scorsese.

This article reports on a biographical film being made about reggae musician Bob Marley. The film is based on a book written by Marley's widow. Marley's family has refused to license his music for the film, and has instead given the rights to a documentary being created by director Martin Scorsese.

The article reports on a Respect Copyrights activity patch offered by the Los Angeles Area Council in California, along with the Motion Picture Association of America.

This article presents views of author on the steps that can be taken to license music for film and Television and how the music supervisors can help in that objective and also discusses the importance of licensing.

The article discusses the content distribution deals of DVD rental provider Redbox and Canadian-American film production/distribution studio Lionsgate. Topics cited include the August 2013 expiration of the Lionsgate distribution agreement with Redbox with no renewal, Redbox's licensing deals, and DVD rental prices.

The article reports that the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has reversed U.S. District Court Judge Stephen Larson's 2008 decision and has ruled in favor of Warner Bros. over rights control to continue producing Superman films after the opening of the "Man of Steel" in 2013 summer.

The article reports on the television right agreements made by several television networks for various Sundance Film Festival movies, including Home Box Office Inc. (HBO) for "Project Nim," A&E for "Corman's World," and Sonny Pictures Classics for "Take Shelter."

The article features the Universal Partnerships and Licensing Group in the U.S. The promotions done by Universal for the films "Hop" and "The Thing" are discussed. Global digital licensing and corporate alliances are also some of the functions of Universal. According to Amy Taylor, senior vice president (VP) for Universal, the company merged their licensees, promotional partners and retailers to better organize their operations. The collaboration of Universal with Best Buy to promote the film "Despicable Me" is mentioned.

The article reports on a decline in the North American licensing royalty revenue in 2009 for the second consecutive year. Factors such as sales from film, TV and other entertainment characters have been held responsible for the decline. According to the International Licensing Industry Merchandisers' Association, brand owners collected about $5.2 billion in licensing royalty revenue in North America in 2009.

The article announces the licensing agreement of content marketing and distribution company ABC Commercial with Australian children's entertainment group The Wiggles.

The article announces the launch of films "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" by Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park in Orlando, Florida that will bring an array of product licenses and retailers.

The article reports on the initiatives announced by TV, film and digital production and distribution company All3media International Ltd. designed to maximize revenue streams and open up new licensing ventures, which include Lisa Festa digital and interactive manager.

The article examines the trends in licensed filming merchandise, and looks into the 2016 holiday season for retailers and consumers.

The article reports on the acquisition of Mandalay Pictures of Mandalay Entertainment Group to the film rights of "Unthinkable," the comic book from Boom! Studios in Los Angeles, California. The film will be produced by Peter Guber and Cathy Schulman through Mandalay along with Boom!'s Ross Richie and Andrew Cosby. "Unthinkable" is written by Mark Sable which focused on an intelligent man recruited by the U.S. government after the 9/11 attack.

The article reports on the slow pick up of some film studios on specialty films in the U.S. One of the remaining studio specialty divisions, Fox Searchlight Pictures Inc., has lied low from selecting independent films. Since choosing "The Wrestler" at Toronto, it only bought "Adam," a small independent drama that was included in Sundance's competition for 2009. Searchlight stated that it does not want to be the last man standing with the whole burden placed on its shoulders.

The article reports that Disney Consumer Products (DCP) is planning to release its new merchandise for "Toy Story 3" in June 2010. The entry notes that DCP will offer new digitally re-mastered versions of "Toy Story" and "Toy Story 2" in October 2009 as part of the campaign for the new licensing program that includes toys, apparel, food, health and collectibles. DCP has also entered into licensing partnerships with more than 40 toy companies, including Lego and Thinkway.

The article reports on the controversy surrounding the franchising rights of "Terminator" films in the U.S. Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. (MGM) holds a 30-day right of first refusal to finance and distribute the fifth "Terminator" film as a result of the settlement of a lawsuit with Halcyon partners Victor Kubicek and Derek Anderson. However, MGM plans to seriously get the franchise which can trump Warner Bros., domestic distributor of the film "Terminator Salvation."