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The Business

The Celador Lawsuit; Directing Kids

We look at the decision in the Celador versus Disney case. What was at issue? How will the decision awarding Celador a $270 million payout affect business in Hollywood? Then, Lance Daly directed a couple of 11-year-olds with no acting experience in his new movie Kisses. The Irish filmmaker wanted kids who were gritty and tough, but the very reason they're so affecting in the film made them a challenge to direct.

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By Kim Masters • Jul 12, 2010 • 28m Listen

We look at the decision in the Celador versus Disney case. What was at issue? How will the decision awarding Celador a $270 million payout affect business in Hollywood? Then, Lance Daly directed a couple of 11-year-olds with no acting experience in his new movie Kisses. The Irish filmmaker wanted kids who were gritty and tough, but the very reason they're so affecting in the film made them a challenge to direct.

Banner image: Kelly O'Neill (L) and Shane Curry (R) star in Kisses

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    Kim Masters

    partner/writer at Puck News, host of KCRW's “The Business.”

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