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Location Agreements: What Indie Filmmakers Really Need to Know
By: Murray A. Roth, Jr., Esq. 1/10/26 Finding the right location can elevate a film instantly. But for independent filmmakers, locations aren’t just a creative choice—they’re a legal one. From a distributor’s point of view, a location agreement is a required part of the film’s chain of title. If there’s a problem with it, the film can get stalled in due diligence or rejected outright. That’s why dealing with location owners professionally—and getting the paperwork right
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Jan 104 min read


‘Hold Harmless’ and ‘Indemnity’ Clauses In Film Contracts: Important Things To Know
By: Murray A. Roth, Jr., Esq. 9/24/25 Independent filmmakers wear a lot of hats. Anyone who has ever produced an indie film knows this...
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Sep 24, 20254 min read


Deferrals, Residuals, and Profit-Share: What to Know About Back End Compensation
By: Murray A. Roth, Jr., Esq. 8/2/25 Independent filmmaking is, at its core, a labor of love. It’s also a business that often runs on...
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Aug 2, 20255 min read


Understanding Recoupable Expenses in Distribution Agreements
By: Murray A. Roth, Jr., Esq. 7/1/25 For Indie filmmakers, landing a distribution deal can feel like crossing the finish line. But before...
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Jun 30, 20256 min read


What Filmmakers Need to Know About Employing Child Actors
By: Murray A. Roth, Jr., Esq. 6/3/25 Casting children in your indie film is a great method of adding authenticity and emotional depth to...
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Jun 3, 20255 min read


What Is Chain of Title - and Why Every Indie Filmmaker Should Know
By: Murray A. Roth, Jr., Esq. 5/17/25 When you're knee-deep in developing your indie film—sweating over your script, assembling your...
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May 17, 20256 min read


Moral Rights: What Indie Filmmakers Need to Know
By: Murray A. Roth, Jr., Esq. ...
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May 8, 20254 min read
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