Perspective
Mar. 5, 2014
YouTube takedown ruling clouds film ownership
The 9th Circuit's recent decision in the 'Innocence of Muslims' case could turn film owenrship on its head. By Mark Litwak
Novice actors are generally thought to have very little power in Hollywood. Many wait tables and drive taxis while awaiting their big break. Even top stars usually have little control over their films, compared to producers, directors and the studios that finance and distribute them. However, all that may change as a result of a recent court decision.
In a case that may have far-reaching implications for the movie industry, the 9th U.S. C...
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