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How to Maintain Creative Control as an Independent Film Director

The role of a director is central to any film production, but the extent of their creative control often depends on the legal and union frameworks governing the production. If you’re a director or producer navigating a project’s relationship with the Directors Guild of America (DGA), several critical factors need to be addressed. This article explores two key questions: Can a director who is not a DGA member work on a production governed by DGA rules, and does the DGA require creative control to belong to the director? Additionally, we will address the dynamics of independent filmmaking and how ownership...

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