Monthly Archives: July 2009

The Rise of Asian Cinema

Posted on July 27, 2009 by Gene Goodsell

With the popularity of US cinema on the wane and the advent of digital technology, Asian film- making is gaining in stature and popularity. At Cannes this year, Asian filmmakers received numerous awards. Altogether, six of the twenty movies selected … Continue reading →

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Film Financing During The GFC

Posted on July 23, 2009 by Gene Goodsell

The global financial crisis (GFC) has affected many industries, and the film industry has certainly not been immune. There are still institutions out there willing to invest in projects with the right ingredients, however, the number of high-net worth (HNW) … Continue reading →

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Interview with Gordon Firemark

Posted on July 20, 2009 by Nick DeSiato

Gordon Firemark is an entertainment lawyer located in the northern outskirts of Los Angeles. His practice at the Law Office of Gordon Firemark covers a wide range of entertainment clientele, particularly those involved in motion pictures, television, music, theater, and … Continue reading →

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Small Town Agents Exist Too

Posted on July 20, 2009 by Ryan Webber

It is a popular misconception that in order to be a sports or entertainment agent, you must be based in either New York or Los Angeles.  Sure it helps being close to the entertainment meccas on the east and west … Continue reading →

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Hollywood and Australia

Posted on July 17, 2009 by Darren Heitner

Guest contribution from Gene Goodsell LLB (Hons) B Bus – Manager of Legal & Business Affairs & Entertainment Agent at AMI Sport & Entertainment Pty Limited, a leading Australian management agency with offices in nine cities worldwide. The Australian fascination … Continue reading →

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Taking Credit

Posted on July 15, 2009 by Richard Bennett

I’m big on taking credit.  I’m also big on giving credit, particularly because I can take credit for giving credit.  Among the things I take credit for are the popular use of myriad (and a myriad other words), calling out … Continue reading →

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Poor Man’s Copyright – Cheap, Easy, Generally Useless ©

Posted on July 14, 2009 by Nick DeSiato

Back in my hay-day, I was an aspiring musician playing bass for the legendary alt-rock band, Doozer. Well, to be fair, we were far from legendary and I don’t suppose I’d call that my hay-day. I was 15, after all. … Continue reading →

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AEG in financial shatters

Posted on July 13, 2009 by Harry Takhar

It is quite a thought that AEG, Michael Jackson’s event management company, was unable to get insurance for at least 30 of the concerts, which were due to start next month after obtaining limited cover for between 10 and 20 … Continue reading →

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The Pirate Bay goes legit. The pirates don’t.

Posted on July 13, 2009 by David Greene

We all know by now that The Pirate Bay was adjudged an infringing service by a Swedish court in April. An appeal was immediately raised based mainly on the judge in the case being biased, but was thrown out a … Continue reading →

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Second Step: Kick the Door Open

Posted on July 8, 2009 by Liam Buckley

Interviewing for an entry level position at a talent agency is a memorable experience because agencies do not abide by the same standard of employer codes of conduct as almost every other institution and firm in corporate America.  The stories … Continue reading →

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