Since the early days of filmmaking, legal instruments have influenced the film industry. Our everyday lives are under impact by an increasingly digitalized and globalized environment, where intellectual property rights gained an important place. Due to the intangible nature of the intellectual property, it is crucial for artists, creators, and producers to understand the legal frameworks, concepts, and norms, which can protect their copyrighted works. In the film industry, new technologies are constantly changing creative processes and business strategies. As well, also the author's doctrine is being constantly complimented, built, and reshaped. In any other creative industry, there is not such an intertwining of art, technology, and legal aspects. Behind every film process, many people invest their creative work, know-how, and knowledge. As a result of this complexity, which is present in every stage, many lawyers and insurance agents work behind the scenes. An increasingly digitalized and mutual market lead to the ratification of many international documents, with a goal for better harmonization and protection for the right owners and their works. Understanding copyright in Slovenia and copyright in the United States of America can significantly help to understand major differences. Different foundations of copyright systems also have a different impact on the significance of film and film industry.
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