Title
MTRCB Booking Certificate Requirement
Law
Mtrcb Circular No. 92-021
Decision Date
Nov 20, 1992
The MTRCB mandates that all theater owners and managers must obtain a booking certificate or voucher from legitimate film producers or distributors to ensure compliance with copyright laws and avoid liability for showing illegally sourced films.
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Questions (MTRCB CIRCULAR NO. 92-021)

They must demand a booking certificate or booking voucher from the producer or distributor of any film shown in their theater.

It implies that the movie was obtained from illegal sources.

The theater owner assumes responsibility for the film and any violation of P.D. 1986.

They should deal only with reputable producers and distributors who are duly registered with the Board and assume responsibility for the film.

They are required to issue a booking certificate or booking voucher when transacting business with theater owners, managers, or bookers.

To ensure that only movies from legitimate producers and distributors are shown in theaters and to indicate the producer's or distributor's responsibility for the movie.

It took effect immediately upon the issuance of the circular on November 20, 1992.

Presidential Decree No. 1986.

Henrietta S. Mendez, Chairman.


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