Artist Rights Foundation Huston Award

The Second Artist Rights Symposium concluded with Elliot Silverstein introducing key figures like Congressman John Bryant, Martin Scorsese, George Lucas, and Senator Alan Simpson. The symposium discussed the Theatrical Authors Act and the Film Disclosure Act, focusing on recognizing directors, writers, and cinematographers as authors and ensuring truthful film labeling. Two main concepts were presented: the philosophical right of artists to protect their reputation and the economic right to alter works for profit.

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