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eLesson | Clearing Rights in Documentaries

eLesson | Clearing Rights in Documentaries

When talking about making movies, dealing with rights clearance issues may not sound like the most exciting part. But throughout the entire production workflow, there are a lot of legal questions to respond to:
What do I have to do when my script is based on real events and real people? Do I have to clear the artwork in the background? What do I need to consider when using copyrighted music? Is there an insurance against possible claims?
It is crucial to have at least a basic knowledge about the different rights involved and to follow a structured clearance strategy.

The following e:training will guide you through the process of rights clearance in film and TV productions and will help you to navigate this complex arena!
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Responsible Katriina Miola
Last Update 22/07/2026
Completion Time 6 hours 55 minutes
Members 2
Production Rechtliche Grundlagen Medienrecht English
  • 1. Introduction
    1Lessons · 5 mins
    • 1.1 Course Introduction
  • 2. Rights Clearance Procedure
    10Lessons · 2 hrs 55 mins
    • 2.1 Introduction
    • 2.2 Which Rights to Clear?
    • 2.3 The 4 Steps of Rights Clearance
    • 2.4 Step 1 | Define the Rights
    • 2.5 Step 2 | Define the Rights Owners!
    • 2.6 Step 3 | Check Exceptions!
    • 2.7 Step 4 | Define the Scope of Use!
    • 2.8 Case Study | Borat
    • 2.9 Practical Tips
    • 2.10 Test your knowledge
      10 xp
  • 3. Third Party Material in Documentaries
    10Lessons · 1 hr 40 mins
    • 3.1 Introduction
    • 3.2 Privately Owned Material
    • 3.3 Anonymous Material
    • 3.4 Archival Material
    • 3.5 Consequences of Non-Cleared Material
    • 3.6 Exploitation on Film Festivals
    • 3.7 Exploitation on the Internet
    • 3.8 Case Study | The Green Wave
    • 3.9 Practical Tips
    • 3.10 Test Your Knowledge!
      10 xp
  • 4. Errors & Omissions Insurance
    10Lessons · 2 hrs 5 mins
    • 4.1 Introduction
    • 4.2 What Is E&O?
    • 4.3 What Does It Deal With?
    • 4.4 Key Deal Points
    • 4.5 What Is Not Covered?
    • 5.6 Purchasing E&O
    • 4.7 In Case of a Claim
    • 4.8 Case Studies
    • 4.9 Practical Tips
    • 4.10 Test Your Knowledge!
      10 xp
  • 5. Thanks | Download
    2Lessons · 10 mins
    • 5.1 Thanks
    • 5.2 Download summary