>>> [log in to unmask] 12/27/2007 3:41 PM >>>
Dave,
   Thank you for the input on the copyright issues. My concern is not
really 
with a straightforward conversion, but (as with the maps) when there is
some 
creative input into the digital version. Clearly the maps were cleaned
up, 
flaws were removed, color was adjusted, etc. In the instance of the 16
mm 
film, I don't know if the camera shop did any splicing or editing, but
if 
they did they have creative input over which they may feel they have
some 
intellectual rights, too. Even if they don't technically have some
rights, I 
fell it is prudent to have them sign a release form first. I guess
Malaro 
does, too, as she indicated that the courts have ruled both ways on the

matter.
   Thanks.
Lynne 

 
I would debate that these instances would constitute "creative input"
significant enough to warrant copyright protection.  That would be like
giving a conservator copyright on a painting they restored.
 
my opinion, not necessarily my employer's, and I am not an attorney
either...

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