Student Activities and Organizations

Policies
Showcasing movies

It is unlawful for student organizations to show films to its members. Student organizations must obtain a public performance license. It is relatively easy and usually requires no more than a phone call. Fees are determined by such factors as the number of times a particular movie will be shown, how large the audience will be, etc. While fees vary, they are generally inexpensive for smaller performances. The major firms that handle these licenses include:

• Criterion Picture USA, Inc. 1-800-890-9494;
  www.criterionpicusa.com
• Swank Motion Pictures, Inc. 1-800-876-5577;
  www.swank.com
• Motion Picture Licensing Corp. 1-800-338-3870;
  www.mplc.com

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