Feature Films at Seneca

Feature Film Reporting Form

Seneca Libraries have negotiated a new Feature Film Public Performance License for Seneca College. The license covers non-theatrical screenings of videos or DVDs from most major studios represented in Canada and encompasses educational use at all Seneca campuses. To view a list of studios and producers covered under this license please visit Criterion Pictures and Audio-Cine Films (click on "Studios").

Why is a feature film license necessary?

Canadian copyright legislation requires all videos and DVDs screened in the classroom to be licensed for public performance. Our institutional license allows for all educational uses of feature films at Seneca College. Videos and DVDs in the Seneca library collection are all licensed for public performance.

How will I get these videos/DVDs?

Seneca Library Collection:
All videos and DVDs can be found by searching our web catalogue. Please use “feature films” as a search term, and remember to select Video/DVD from the quick limits. You may also download and print the Feature Film Video/DVD list.

External Rentals and Loans:
Faculty and students may go the to the video store of their choice and rent the video or DVD they wish to show in the classroom. This license also allows for the screening of videos and DVDs borrowed from other libraries, including public libraries, as well as from personal collections. These videos must be legal copies; and so, may not be taped from television.

Will Audio-Visual staff arrange for video or DVD rentals?

Audio-Visual staff will be happy to book video/DVDs from the Seneca collection. Arrangements for renting from outside sources are the responsibility of the user.

Do I need to tell you which films I am showing?

Yes, our license requires faculty to report all screenings (whether you or your students are showing the entire film or just selected scenes). You may use our Feature Film Reporting Form or contact Laurie Hoyle at ext. 2145.

Can the library purchase feature films?

Yes, we welcome suggestions for library purchase. Please keep a record of feature films you use over the semester and make note of the ones you would recommend for purchase. You may submit your suggestions at recommend a video/DVD.

How can I find out which producers are covered by this license?

Films from most major Hollywood studios, as well as foreign and independent productions are included in the license. To view a list of studios and producers covered under this license please visit Criterion Pictures and Audio-Cine Films (click on "Studios"). Searchable databases with detailed information on specific feature films are available here also.

For more information, please contact Laurie Hoyle at ext. 2145.