Terms and Conditions for Generation Studios

Last Updated: October 28, 2024

These Terms and Conditions (“Agreement”) set forth the general terms under which Generation Studios provides services to you (“Client”). By using our services, you agree to be bound by this Agreement.

1. Services Provided

• Generation Studios provides customized family history films, using personal information and likenesses you submit, and enhanced by AI-generated content, historical imagery, and other digital media.

2. Client Content and Permissions

• Client Responsibility: You confirm that all materials provided, including images, genealogical data, and other personal information, are owned by you or that you have full permission to share them with Generation Studios for the purposes outlined here.

• Right of Use: You grant Generation Studios a non-exclusive, worldwide license to use your provided materials solely to produce the agreed-upon film, which includes transforming your photos and data into cinematic elements.

• Likeness Rights: By providing images of yourself or others, you affirm that you have permission to use their likeness for the production, regardless of whether they are living or deceased.

3. Historical Interpretation and Artistic License

• Artistic Representation: You acknowledge that historical and genealogical representations in the film are interpretive and may incorporate creative elements to enhance the storytelling experience. Generation Studios does not guarantee full historical accuracy and reserves the right to take artistic liberties in constructing the narrative.

• Disclaimer of Accuracy: While we strive for factual representations, artistic liberties may be taken. Generation Studios is not responsible for any inaccuracies in historical data or interpretations.

4. Ownership and Usage of Final Film

• Ownership: Upon full payment, the Client receives ownership of the final film for personal, non-commercial use.

• Company Portfolio Rights: Generation Studios retains a non-exclusive, perpetual license to showcase the film (excluding sensitive content) in its portfolio, marketing materials, and demonstrations, unless the Client opts out in writing.

• Content License for Promotional Purposes: Generation Studios may use clips or screenshots from the film to promote its services, provided they are anonymized or used with express permission from the Client.

5. Data Privacy and Security

• Privacy of Personal Data: Generation Studios will collect, store, and process your data securely and in compliance with data protection laws, such as GDPR and CCPA, as applicable.

• Limited Sharing of Information: Generation Studios will not share or sell your personal data to third parties without your consent, except as necessary to deliver our services.

• Data Usage for Film Production: You consent to the use of your personal data and genealogical information exclusively for the production of your film.

6. Limitations of Liability

• No Liability for Damages: Generation Studios is not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, including emotional distress, related to the film’s production or use.

• Film Content: Generation Studios is not responsible for any harm caused by inaccuracies, personal reactions, or historical interpretation of events or persons in the film.

• Force Majeure: Generation Studios is not liable for any delays or failures in service due to events outside of its control, including but not limited to natural disasters, internet outages, or other unforeseen incidents.

7. Indemnification

• The Client agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Generation Studios, its employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising out of the use of Client-provided materials, including any claims related to intellectual property infringement or violations of privacy rights.

8. Fees and Payment

• Fees: Payment terms, as agreed upon at the time of purchase, are due as indicated in the service agreement. Generation Studios reserves the right to suspend services if payments are not received on time.

• Refund Policy: All sales are final due to the customized nature of our services. Refunds will not be issued after production begins.

9. Dispute Resolution

• Governing Law: This Agreement will be governed by the laws of British Columbia, Canada.

• Arbitration: Any disputes arising from this Agreement shall be resolved through binding arbitration in British Columbia, Canada. Both parties waive the right to pursue claims in court, except for claims for injunctive relief.

10. Amendments and Updates

• Generation Studios reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Clients will be notified of any significant changes, and continued use of the services constitutes acceptance of such changes.

Contact Us:

For questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact Generation Studios at admin+terms@generation.film.

Client Acknowledgment

By using Generation Studios’ services, you confirm your acceptance of and agreement to these Terms and Conditions.