Cast/Crew release forms

Within the planning/filming stage it is important you write up and keep a copy of the Cast/Crew release forms as they make sure that your film is following the legal obligations. This will then rule out the risk of the production company or an individual getting into trouble. The forms are proof that the person involved has consented to be part of the filming or working for the production as well as obliging to the rules the company had set out. For example the production company could lay out a rule such as that all individuals involved must be at the location at certain times and so on. An advantage of just completing one individual release form for the cast and crew is that one signituare can cover every individual characteristic for the company. One disadvantage of completing one individual release form makes it harder say for example if the forms were incorrect or if an individual refuses to sign the form.