Filmmaker
Agreement.

In this Agreement, the following terms have the meanings set out below:

• "50% Film" means 50% Film, a short film label and curation platform operated from London, United Kingdom, accessible at 50percentfilm.com.
• "Filmmaker" means the individual or entity submitting the Film and entering into this Agreement.
• "Film" means the short film submitted by the Filmmaker via the 50% Film submission form, including all associated materials such as stills, posters, synopses, and promotional assets.
• "Platform" means the 50% Film website (50percentfilm.com), associated social media channels, and any future distribution channels operated by 50% Film.
• "Theatrical Programme" means any curated anthology screening of short films organised by 50% Film at cinemas or other physical exhibition venues.

By submitting a Film and having it accepted onto the 50% Film platform, the Filmmaker grants 50% Film a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide licence to:

• Host, display, and stream the Film on the Platform.
• Promote the Film across 50% Film's social media channels, newsletter, and press materials.
• Include the Film in curated editorial content, including Director in Focus features and written programme notes.
• Screen the Film as part of a Theatrical Programme, subject to the conditions set out in Clause 05.

This licence is non-exclusive. The Filmmaker retains the full right to distribute, exhibit, sell, or license the Film to any other platform, festival, distributor, or broadcaster simultaneously.

All intellectual property rights in the Film — including but not limited to copyright, moral rights, and any associated trademarks — remain exclusively with the Filmmaker at all times.

This Agreement does not transfer ownership of any rights to 50% Film. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as creating a partnership, employment relationship, or transfer of intellectual property.

50% Film will never claim authorship, co-authorship, or creative credit over the Film. Any editorial or promotional content produced by 50% Film about the Film (such as written notes, interviews, or social posts) is the property of 50% Film and does not affect the Filmmaker's ownership of the Film itself.

50% Film will host accepted Films on the Platform indefinitely, unless removed at the request of the Filmmaker or at the discretion of 50% Film.

• Filmmaker-requested removal: The Filmmaker may request removal of their Film from the Platform at any time by contacting 50% Film directly. 50% Film will action the removal within 14 days of receiving the request. No reason is required.
• 50% Film-initiated removal: 50% Film reserves the right to remove any Film from the Platform at any time and for any reason, including but not limited to editorial decisions, platform changes, or concerns regarding content. 50% Film will notify the Filmmaker of any such removal where reasonably possible.
• Effect of removal: Upon removal, all hosted copies of the Film will be taken down from the Platform. Promotional content already published (social posts, editorial features) may remain live as archival material unless the Filmmaker specifically requests its removal.

50% Film may, at its sole discretion, invite selected Films to be included in a curated Theatrical Programme — a physical anthology screening at cinemas or other exhibition venues.

• Inclusion in a Theatrical Programme will be communicated to the Filmmaker in advance, and the Filmmaker's express consent will be sought before any such screening takes place.
• Theatrical screenings are purely promotional in nature. No revenue share, screening fee, or other payment will be made to the Filmmaker in connection with Theatrical Programme screenings.
• 50% Film will credit the Filmmaker and the Film appropriately in all printed and digital programme materials associated with the Theatrical Programme.
• The Filmmaker retains the right to decline inclusion in a Theatrical Programme without affecting their Film's presence on the Platform.

As part of the 50% Film platform, accepted Films and their directors may be featured in editorial content including but not limited to:

• Director in Focus profile posts on the 50% Film website and Instagram.
• Director's Notes — a written or interview-based feature published on the Film's dedicated page on the Platform.
• Newsletter features and social media posts promoting the Film.
• Press or media coverage facilitated by 50% Film.

All promotional content will be produced with the Filmmaker's knowledge. 50% Film will not misrepresent the Film or the Filmmaker in any promotional material. The Filmmaker may request corrections to factual inaccuracies in editorial content at any time.

Where a Director's Notes interview is conducted, the Filmmaker's consent to publication will be confirmed before the content goes live.

By submitting a Film and entering into this Agreement, the Filmmaker warrants and represents that:

• They are the sole author of the Film or have the full authority of all rights-holders to enter into this Agreement.
• The Film does not infringe the copyright, moral rights, trade marks, or any other intellectual property rights of any third party.
• All music contained in the Film is either original, licensed, or cleared for the uses permitted by this Agreement.
• The Film does not contain any defamatory, unlawful, or otherwise harmful content.
• Any individuals featured in the Film have given their informed consent to appear.
• The Filmmaker has the authority to grant the licence set out in Clause 02.

The Filmmaker agrees to indemnify 50% Film against any claims, losses, or damages arising from a breach of the above warranties.

This Agreement and the licence granted under it may be terminated in the following ways:

• By the Filmmaker: At any time, by requesting removal of the Film from the Platform in writing to 50% Film. Termination takes effect upon removal of the Film, which will occur within 14 days of the request.
• By 50% Film: At any time, by removing the Film from the Platform and notifying the Filmmaker. All obligations of 50% Film under this Agreement cease upon removal.
• Effect of termination: Upon termination, the licence granted to 50% Film ends. 50% Film will cease hosting and streaming the Film. Archival editorial content may remain unless separately requested for removal.

Governing Law. This Agreement is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising under this Agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties in relation to the licensing of the Film and supersedes any prior discussions, representations, or arrangements.

Amendments. 50% Film may update this Agreement from time to time. Filmmakers with Films already hosted on the Platform will be notified of material changes. Continued presence on the Platform following notification constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions continue in full force and effect.

No Waiver. Failure by either party to enforce any provision of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of the right to enforce it at a later date.

Contact. For any queries relating to this Agreement, or to request removal of a Film, please contact 50% Film via the contact details listed on 50percentfilm.com.