1. Disclaimer

A statement indicating that the website’s content is provided “as is” and without warranty, and that the independent film website, its owners, and/or operators disclaim any liability for damages or losses arising from the use of the website or its content.

A reference to the European Union’s Article 340 TFEU, stating that this disclaimer does not limit the liability of the European Parliament or other EU institutions.

2. Intellectual Property

A notice stating that the website’s content, including texts, drawings, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio and video material, photographs, programs, and technology, is protected by national and international intellectual property laws.

A clarification that reuse of EU-owned content is allowed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) license, provided appropriate credit is given and changes are indicated.

3. Filming and Photography

A statement acknowledging the rights of individuals filmed or photographed on the website, including:

The right to respect for private and family life, home, and correspondence, as protected by the European Convention on Human Rights and the Human Rights Act 1998.

The potential for filmed or photographed individuals to be identifiable as “personal data” under the Data Protection Act, and the need for consent or clear public notices to avoid filming or photography.

The requirement to clearly mark filming areas and display prominent, legible warning notices at entry points, including contact details for the production.

4. Liability and Responsibility

A disclaimer stating that the independent film website, its owners, and/or operators are not responsible for external links to websites outside the europa.eu domain, which may not be owned or funded by the European Commission and over which they have no control.

5. Copyright and Ownership

A statement indicating the ownership and copyright status of the website’s content, including any third-party works or materials.

A clarification that, unless otherwise indicated, EU-owned content is licensed under the CC BY 4.0 license.

6. Updates and Authenticity

A notice stating that, while efforts are made to keep the website’s information timely and accurate, the Official Journal of the European Union (printed or electronic edition on EUR-Lex) is the authentic source and produces legal effects.

By including these elements, the legal notice of an independent film website in Europe will provide necessary transparency and protection for all parties involved.