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Get the interview subjects to tell you the story a couple of times--once looking at camera, once looking at momentos/old photos, etc. and again while doing something else (walking, gardening, playing with the dog). Collect as many family photos etc. as you can. Shoot the interview subject as...

Use a firm that specializes in clearing music, like Evan Greenspan. Sometimes, a composer/songwriter might love your film and give you a break.

If you're discussing the game, then the use might fall under the Fair Use doctrine. If you just want the guy doing something, you need to clear the game footage with the company.

Local news don't usually keep extensive archives, and no, they're not obligated to help. Depending on the materials, you can get national news footage from Cision or other video monitoring services. Vanderbilt TV archives also has national news footage, with a very small burn-in, and you just...

Doesn't work this way. Very few cable outlets buy a ready-made doc. HBO, Sundance, IFC might, bt HBO would rather you submit the idea before you shoot. If you've got a great story (mother of kid with dwarfism), Sheila Nevins will work with you, even if you're a first-time filmmaker. Otherwise...

If you really want to direct, write a script someone wants to buy. Have a killer reeel.

No that's because Lucas (and 20th) licensed the clips.

Actually, if you've just captured the guys on the street--you might have a good Fair Use argument. Check out Michael Donaldson's book.

I wouldn't give up your footage until after you've cut your film. If you get a broadcast outlet or distribution deal, you don't want anyone else to make claim to your footage. Did the guy sign a release? If so, he's made a binding contract. You might want to work out some sort of deal with the...