Which document must be signed by all persons appearing in a film to grant permission to use their face and likeness?

• A. Model Release
• B. Release Form
• C. Talent Release
• D. Consent Form

Answer: (B)

In film and video, you need a document that proves you have permission to use a person’s image. A Release Form is the standard form used to grant that permission for a person’s face and likeness to appear in the project and be used in its distribution. Everyone who appears on screen should sign it, and if someone is under 18, a parent or guardian signs as well. The form typically outlines what is being released, how and where the film will be shown (the media, venues, duration), and any terms about compensation or restrictions, so there’s a clear record of consent.

While “model release” and “talent release” are similar concepts, they’re more specific to certain contexts (models in still photography or performers in a production). A generic “consent form” is too vague for industry use. The release form is the broad, standard document that covers use of a person’s image across the film and its distribution.