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Film Rights Acquisition Agreement
"I need a Film Rights Acquisition Agreement for purchasing exclusive worldwide streaming rights to an independent Swiss documentary film, with a three-year term starting January 2025 and including rights for subtitling in four languages."
1. Parties: Identification of the rights holder/seller and the acquiring party/buyer, including full legal names and addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement, brief description of the film/content, and parties' authority to enter into the agreement
3. Definitions: Detailed definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Film', 'Territory', 'Rights', 'Term', and 'Net Receipts'
4. Grant of Rights: Specific rights being transferred, including format, media, and exploitation methods
5. Territory and Term: Geographic scope of the rights and duration of the license/transfer
6. Payment Terms: Purchase price, payment schedule, and any ongoing royalties or profit participation
7. Delivery Requirements: Materials to be delivered, technical specifications, and delivery timeline
8. Representations and Warranties: Parties' assurances regarding rights ownership, authority to contract, and content clearances
9. Indemnification: Mutual protection against claims and losses arising from breach of warranties
10. Assignment and Sub-licensing: Rights and restrictions regarding transfer of rights to third parties
11. Termination: Circumstances allowing agreement termination and consequences thereof
12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of Swiss law application and jurisdiction for disputes
13. General Provisions: Standard clauses including notices, entire agreement, and amendments
1. Marketing and Promotion: Specific requirements and restrictions regarding marketing materials and promotional activities
2. Talent Approvals: Required when specific talent approval rights exist for marketing or modifications
3. Censorship and Ratings: Include when specific rating requirements or content modification rights are needed
4. Soundtrack Rights: Required when music rights are included in the acquisition
5. Remake Rights: Include when right to produce new versions is part of the acquisition
6. First Look/Right of First Refusal: Include when parties agree to preferential rights for future works or sequels
7. Distribution Requirements: Include when specific distribution commitments or restrictions apply
8. Revenue Reporting: Required when deal includes ongoing revenue participation
9. Credit Requirements: Include when specific crediting obligations exist
1. Schedule A - Film Description: Detailed description of the film including technical specifications and key elements
2. Schedule B - Delivery Materials: Comprehensive list of materials to be delivered, including format specifications
3. Schedule C - Payment Schedule: Detailed breakdown of payment installments and triggering events
4. Schedule D - Territory Restrictions: Specific territorial exclusions or special requirements by territory
5. Schedule E - Clearance Requirements: List of required clearances and approvals
6. Appendix 1 - Chain of Title: Documentation proving ownership and right to transfer
7. Appendix 2 - Credits Schedule: Required credits and their format/placement
8. Appendix 3 - Marketing Materials: List of approved marketing materials and usage guidelines
Authors
Media & Entertainment
Film Production
Broadcasting
Digital Media
Content Distribution
Streaming Services
Copyright & Licensing
International Trade
Creative Industries
Audio-visual Production
Legal
Business Affairs
Content Acquisition
Distribution
Licensing
International Sales
Rights Management
Production
Content Strategy
Finance
Legal Counsel
Business Affairs Manager
Rights Acquisition Manager
Content Acquisition Director
Distribution Executive
Licensing Manager
Contract Manager
Media Rights Executive
Film Producer
Content Strategy Director
International Sales Manager
Copyright Officer
Entertainment Lawyer
Acquisitions Coordinator
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