Contract Quote by Catherine Oxenberg
“That was mandatory in the contract with Aaron Spelling, that if you were contracted to do one of his shows, you had to do any other shows that were his.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 1997 TV interview with Catherine Oxenberg on contract obligations
Actors often sign exclusive contracts that bind them to a single producer's projects, limiting their freedom to work elsewhere.
In simple terms: Contracts can lock talent to one producer's shows.
Key Takeaway
Know contract terms before signing.
Themes
contracts
exclusivity
career control
Mood
frustrated
constrained
Type
legal
industry
When to use this quote
- negotiating contracts
- career planning
- legal advice
Key Concepts
entertainment law
artist rights
Questions to Reflect On
- How would you negotiate more flexibility?
- What are the risks of exclusive deals?
A Different Perspective
Such clauses can stifle artistic growth and limit income opportunities.
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