Document background
The Film Distribution Agreement is a crucial commercial contract used in the New Zealand film industry when a production company or rights holder wants to grant distribution rights for their film to a distribution company. This agreement is essential for defining the commercial relationship between the parties and ensuring clear terms for the film's exploitation in specific territories. The document must comply with New Zealand legislation, including the Copyright Act 1994 and Films, Videos, and Publications Classification Act 1993. It typically includes detailed provisions about distribution rights, territory restrictions, revenue sharing, delivery requirements, marketing commitments, and reporting obligations. The agreement is particularly important for protecting intellectual property rights while enabling effective commercial exploitation of the film through various distribution channels, whether theatrical, digital, or broadcast.
