- I would like to use a picture in the movie. It is an 8x12 promotional picture that was taken in about 1980 and has been doctored up with PhotoShop to have new text on it. Is there any copyright issues that I will need to worry about, whether it's from the photographer, the subject, or the studio that commissioned the photograph? It is just a promotional photo with the actor in plain clothes and a red backdrop and is not from the set of any copywritten work.

- Is it okay to mention the titles of copywritten work? There are a few scenes where characters make references to specific classic TV shows and talk about them (ie which season of the A-Team was better?). Do I need to worry about mentioning things?

- Due to budget constraints, I can only shoot with the Canon GL2 and I do plan on using its widescreen feature, even if it does mean a loss of resolution. The end product is most likely going to remain playable in NTSC format on DVD (maybe VHS) for regular 4:3 TVs, so I don't forsee this being a big deal. Am I really missing out by not going with an anamorphic attachment or upgrading to an HDCam? I can see faces and mouths moving, and that's all that really matters, right?

- Using a GL2, I have the option of using its Frame Movie mode, which looks great and as close to film as I could possibly want. But, is this really the best option or should I shoot it all in interlaced mode and worry about converting the look at a later date?

I'll take any advice you can throw at me. Thanks.