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tlbauerle
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Info Wanted: The Legality of Fan Projects
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18-Apr-2006, 6:57 PM

Just a quick question…

Anyone ever run into legal problems over their fan projects? I’m especially interested in questions of legality surrounding the documentaries such as DELETED MAGIC and BUILDING EMPIRE. Specifically, I was impressed that they guy who did DELETED MAGIC used his own name on the project.

Sure, disclaimers galore can be placed on them in attempts to prevent profiteering, and can not charge for the project, but that really doesn’t solve the questions of legality.

The reason I ask is I have a small team trying to embark on a project that will put the ‘A Musical Journey’ DVD to shame, and it may be a problem involving both LFL and Sony Classical. It is also quite an original project, and most likely doesn’t fall under the category of preservation or fan documentary projects.

Just curious what everyone’s thoughts are, or if anyone has received cease and desist orders from Lucasfilm.