Hollywood Dealmaking

“I wish I could have had this book when I was starting out in the business. An invaluable reference work.”––Alan Poul, producer, Six Feet Under, Westworld, Tokyo Vice “This book is a must-have resource for anyone looking to break into Hollywood or seasoned veterans who need a quick reference guide. Even casual fans of entertainment will have their questions answered: Why did my favorite show end after seven seasons? Can actors demand a trailer that’s just as big as their co-stars’ trailers? What’s a Nudity Rider? It’s all in there.”––Matt Belloni, Founding Partner of Puck News and host of The Town with Matthew Belloni “Hollywood Dealmaking is a clear, concise, and comprehensive look at how deals are made in our business. Because of this book, I have become more informed about what questions to ask and what to expect or demand in my own deals.”—Larry Trilling, television writer and executive producer, Goliath, Parenthood, and Alias “… provides a quick understanding of everything one needs to know to negotiate Hollywood talent agreements.” —Gavin Polone, motion picture and television producer, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Gilmore Girls, Zombieland

Dina Appleton is Executive Vice President of Global Business and Legal Affairs at Cineflix Media. Prior positions include SVP at Entertainment One, Special Counsel at Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP, and Head of Business Affairs at a multi-service talent agency in Los Angeles, California.

Daniel Yankelevits is Executive Vice President of Legal Affairs at Sony Pictures Television. He serves on the planning committee of the USC Institute of Entertainment Law and Business and teaches a course at the USC Gould School of Law entitled “Entertainment Law & Industry.” Daniel is a graduate of Harvard Law School and resides in Los Angeles, California.