Includes bibliographical references (pages xix-xxx) and index.
Contents:
The film industry -- The television industry -- The music industry -- The video game industry -- Censorship -- Intellectual property -- Representing entertainers -- Credits and compensation -- Entertainment contracts -- Celebrity status -- Globalization of entertainment.
Summary:
"This compact reference gives a big picture overview of the intellectual property, contract, publicity, estate planning, and First Amendment issues that contribute to the field of entertainment law. [The author] also addresses specific legal issues that arise in the film, music, and television industries, including discussion of the rise of 'reality' television."-- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.