This Is Spinal Tap

Spinal Tap Creators Urge Drive-Ins And Other Would-Be Exhibitors Seek Licences Prior To Advertising Screenings Of Iconic Film

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Monday, May 10, 2021
Cinema of the United States, Creative works, Entertainers, Spinal Tap, Films, This Is Spinal Tap, Christopher Guest, Book:Spinal Tap, Back from the Dead

"\nThat influence lives on, as evidenced by Time Out London once again naming This is Spinal Tap as the "Number One" comedy film ever produced, on its annual list of the "100 Best Comedy Movies" (January, 2021).

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  • "\nThat influence lives on, as evidenced by Time Out London once again naming This is Spinal Tap as the "Number One" comedy film ever produced, on its annual list of the "100 Best Comedy Movies" (January, 2021).
  • "\nChristopher Guest added "There is a rich creative and management ecosystem behind This is Spinal Tap, and everything the film has come to represent for millions of fans worldwide.
  • The film was produced independently on a shoestring budget of (US) $2.25 million, by a company owned by the four creators, Reiner, Guest, McKean and Shearer.
  • The band\'s recording of a full-length Spinal Tap album featuring songs from the film is still available for physical sale, download and streaming today from UMG.\n'

OWC Powers Rock Camp: The Movie Screening During NAMM's Believe in Music Week

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Monday, January 18, 2021
American culture, Cinema of the United States, Creative works, Rock 'n Roll Fantasy Camp, This Is Spinal Tap, OWC, The Dreamers, Rock and roll

Rock Camp: The Movie trailer and link to the screening will be available on MacSales.com through January 22nd, 2021.

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  • Rock Camp: The Movie trailer and link to the screening will be available on MacSales.com through January 22nd, 2021.
  • Rock Camp: The Movie was directed and produced by Doug Blush, and OWC was along for the ride playing a vital role in creating the film.
  • Summer camp meets Spinal Tap as you journey to Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy Camp in Rock Camp: The Movie where dreamers from across America and around the world gather to shred with their heroes - and learn to rock like the legends.
  • "OWC is honored to partner with the NAMM Foundation and Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy Camp," said Larry O'Connor, Founder and CEO of OWC.

"This is Spinal Tap" Litigation Accelerates Towards Trial

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Tuesday, December 3, 2019
American culture, Films, Cinema of the United States, Spinal Tap, This Is Spinal Tap

The four creators successfully overcame Vivendi's use of procedural methods in an attempt to dismiss and delay the case.

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  • The four creators successfully overcame Vivendi's use of procedural methods in an attempt to dismiss and delay the case.
  • StudioCanal's attitude demonstrates a fundamental failure to appreciate the duties expected of a film rights owner.
  • We look forward to entering the discovery phase and bringing this case to trial.The creative industry in Hollywood will be closely watching this litigation as we go onwards to trial."
  • This is Spinal Tap produced independently on a shoestring budget, has become a cult classic since its first theatrical run, in 1984.

Shearer, Guest, McKean & Reiner and UMG Settle Dispute

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Tuesday, November 5, 2019
Entertainers, Actors, American culture, Spinal Tap, Films, This Is Spinal Tap, Harry Shearer, Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, Rob Reiner, McKean, The Folksmen

LONDON, Nov. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Harry Shearer, Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Rob Reiner, the creators of the iconic mockumentary filmThis is Spinal Tap,have resolved their dispute with Universal Music Group regarding the film's soundtrack recordings.

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  • LONDON, Nov. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Harry Shearer, Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Rob Reiner, the creators of the iconic mockumentary filmThis is Spinal Tap,have resolved their dispute with Universal Music Group regarding the film's soundtrack recordings.
  • Under the agreement, Spinal Tap's recordings will continue to be distributed through UMG and eventually the rights will be given to the creators.
  • The parties look forward to making these beloved recordings available to existing and new Spinal Tap fans for years to come.
  • This is Spinal Tap produced on a shoestring budget, has become a cult classic since its first theatrical run, in 1984.

Shearer, Guest, McKean & Reiner and UMG Settle Dispute

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Tuesday, November 5, 2019
Entertainers, Actors, American culture, Spinal Tap, Films, This Is Spinal Tap, Harry Shearer, Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, Rob Reiner, McKean, The Folksmen

LONDON, Nov. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Harry Shearer, Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Rob Reiner, the creators of the iconic mockumentary filmThis is Spinal Tap,have resolved their dispute with Universal Music Group regarding the film's soundtrack recordings.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Nov. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Harry Shearer, Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Rob Reiner, the creators of the iconic mockumentary filmThis is Spinal Tap,have resolved their dispute with Universal Music Group regarding the film's soundtrack recordings.
  • Under the agreement, Spinal Tap's recordings will continue to be distributed through UMG and eventually the rights will be given to the creators.
  • The parties look forward to making these beloved recordings available to existing and new Spinal Tap fans for years to come.
  • This is Spinal Tap produced on a shoestring budget, has become a cult classic since its first theatrical run, in 1984.

Spinal Tap Plaintiffs Soundly Defeat Defendants' Motions to Dismiss

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Wednesday, August 29, 2018
Judicial remedies, Cinema of the United States, Film, Punitive damages, This Is Spinal Tap, Damages, Lawsuit, Literature

Harry Shearer, commenting on behalf of his co-Plaintiffs, said:

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  • Harry Shearer, commenting on behalf of his co-Plaintiffs, said:
    "We are pleased with the decision in our ongoing litigation involving the film 'This is Spinal Tap,' which allows all of our claims against Vivendi, StudioCanal and Ron Halpern, including the fraud claim, to proceed.
  • We are also confident that we will adequately amend our claims against the defendant Universal Music, as specified by Judge Gee's order, so we can move forward with those as well.
  • The Court's ruling makes clear that we can pursue damages both for breach of contract and fraud, including punitive damages, based on the defendants' failure to properly account to us for our profits in connection with 'This is Spinal Tap.'
  • The Plaintiffs' case is filed as: 2:16-cv07733.