“This Is a True Story”: Clearing Real People in Drama
What changes when a drama, documentary or factual production draws on real lives, and how clearance keeps a true story’s impact while settling the risk on the page.
Clearances: Legal Risks Hiding in your Script
Avoid the common legal traps that derail productions. From the risks of using real names and brand logos to the nuances of 'problematic dialogue,' Jessica Moran outlines 8 critical pitfalls to flag in your script before filming begins.