The screenplay was originally registered with the Writers Guild of America (WGAW) in 2016 and renewed through 2030.
COPYRIGHT & REGISTRATION
INTRODUCTION
This page provides official documentation confirming the authorship, ownership, and long‑term intellectual property protection of The Singing Priest. All creative materials associated with the film are formally registered and protected under U.S. and international copyright law.
WGA REGISTRATION DETAILS
Original Registration (2016)
• Writers Guild of America, West (WGAW)
• Registration Number: 1866004
• Material Type: Screenplay
• Title: Galea – The Singing Priest: Fr Rob Galea
• Writer: John Tsambazis
• Effective Date: 27 November 2016
• Expiration Date: 27 November 2021
This registration establishes the earliest verifiable creation date of the screenplay and confirms original authorship.
Updated Registration (Renewed to 2030)
• Writers Guild of America, West (WGAW)
• Renewal Period: Valid through 2030
• Material: Screenplay and associated creative materials
• Writer / Rights Holder: John Tsambazis
This renewal maintains uninterrupted protection and confirms ongoing ownership of the work.
AUTHORSHIP STATEMENT
The Singing Priest is an original screenplay written and created by John Tsambazis. All story elements, characters, themes, and narrative structure originate from the author’s original work first registered with the WGAW in 2016 and subsequently renewed through 2030.
PRODUCTION OWNERSHIP
Clapstick Pictures (Aus) LLC is the sole production entity authorised to develop, distribute, and represent the film.
COPYRIGHT NOTICE
© 2016–2030 John Tsambazis. All rights reserved.
No part of this work may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form without prior written permission from the copyright holder.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROTECTION
This screenplay and all associated materials are protected under U.S. and international copyright law, WGA registration protocols, and applicable treaties.
Any unauthorised use, duplication, or misrepresentation of this work is strictly prohibited.
CONTACT — CLAPSTICK PICTURES
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© 2016–2030 John Tsambazis. All rights reserved.
Screenplay registered with the Writers Guild of America (WGAW) in 2016 and renewed through 2030.
Clapstick Pictures (Aus) LLC is the authorised production entity for The Singing Priest.