Let’s say you’re at work and you overhear some great dialogue. Should you worry about co-workers suing when they hear it in your movie?
Rights and Copyright
Using your friend’s name in a script
Do you need signed legal permission to use a friend’s name in a script?
Because really, he should drive a Chrysler LeBaron
Clearing (and not worrying about) brands, artwork and monikers for your movie.
Copyright: The Comic Book
Link to a great legal resource for filmmakers concerned with portraying reality.