A complete guide to forming a Film LLC—the legal structure every filmmaker needs to protect ownership, manage partners, and stay distribution-ready.

Your complete indie guide to owning the work you pay for—contracts, rights, deliverables, and chain-of-title tools built for real filmmakers.

A detailed guide to understanding above-the-line and below-the-line budgeting, with real-world explanations, a role-by-role cheat sheet, and a sample professional budget summary.

A practical legal guide to structuring international co-productions, protecting rights, and keeping chain of title clean across borders.

Learn how film distribution really works — this ultimate guide breaks down the chain of rights, deal structures, and key agreement terms every indie filmmaker needs to understand before signing away their project.

A comprehensive guide for filmmakers on becoming a SAG-AFTRA, DGA, WGA, or IATSE signatory—covering Global Rule One, fringes, bonds, and real-world compliance steps to keep your production union-ready and distribution-safe.

A clear, practical guide to actor agreements—covering deal memos, performance rights, and key contract terms every filmmaker needs before casting or shooting.

A practical companion to your Picture Car Agreement, this guide and Exhibit A template break down each key clause with sample language and a fill-in form to document vehicle details, condition, and ownership terms.

Learn how to register your script or creative work with the U.S. Copyright Office — including when to file, how it differs from WGA registration, and why every indie filmmaker or creator should protect their ownership early.