I want to use a score from batman begins in my movie. I plan to possibly submit it to film festivals and to colleges. If I cite the score do I still have a problem?

If you use music that you do not have the legal rights to, that pretty much disqualifies you from any competition or festival, regardless of whether you cite it or not. However, there are plenty of very talented student composers around that could provide you with a great (and free) score.

This question does come up a lot...it reminds me of my idea to start compiling a FAQ section for the website. And now that I actually have some free time to work on a project, I may actually do it

you have to pay to use any copyrighted music...so you could use it, but it would cost a ton....

No, you can't use any copywritten music without a written consent from the music owner... and that's gonna cost you a licensing fee.

Just compose your own music. It's fun.

would you suggest any programs to compose my own music? Is it easy?

garage band...enough said

or acid...

Please keep in mind many composer are avaliable to score any project, they know their craft and can help you to enhance your film.
Trust in our skill, film scoring isn't only composing music, you must create for films.

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Originally posted by Evan:
garage band...enough said

or acid...

Garage band and Soundtrack are like crack. Addictive as hell.

how about if i just submit it to colleges? Its not for profit like a film fest would be?

If its for an assignment in a college class it depends on the professor.

Some professors don't care if you use copywritten music while some require you to compose it yourself.