Hello hope alls well,does anyone know what rules apply to selling a script to a production Co.and costs about legal representation when you are a non US citizen ? Is there any legal advice when sending a script ? Thanks a million. Prodromos
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My humble opinion, as non US citizen: first sell script, then get a Lawyer with skills about cinema copyrights, it will have a cost, but is a must if you don't want suprises (If you read AFM guides or video, they suggest this way to sell screenwriter)
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There are no special rules for non-US citizens. There is a contract, and if the prod co is US, the contract will most likely be under US jurisdiction. You need an entertainment lawyer, and they do exist in Greece, to go over the contract and make sure you are getting the best deal possible. Oh, and definitely copyright your work before sending it anywhere.
Thanks so much
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Prodromos Trochidis Obviously you don't need a lawyer until you actually have a contract on the table.
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I've made optioning with UK production and worked on script for hire with Dutch one, both deals made "four eyes" no reps/lawyers attached...it's extra pay on you, you don't really need (maybe if the deal is some 6-7 figures)...you can consult a lawyer through for advice or to oversee the contract and it's usually pro bono...
This is very helpful as a music composer had a much similar contract.In film I was producing so far but only in Greece. Thanks
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Prodromos Trochidis As far as I can make out, any kind of representation – lawyers, agents, managers – is rare in Greece, but it is fairly standard in the US.
"any kind of representation – lawyers, agents, managers – is rare in Greece" So true—simultaneously the best and worst thing about working in Greece ;)