American Media Concepts, Inc. v. Atkins Pictures, Inc.

Plaintiffs alleged that defendants Atkins and Karo agreed to *447produce a motion picture, "Forced March”. They formed defendant Atkins Pictures, Inc., also known as A-Pix as the production entity. Plaintiffs assert that because of plaintiff Hochman’s efforts in bringing the owner of the rights to the film together with defendants and his participation, the individual defendants orally agreed to compensate him. Thus, Karo sent Hochman a letter, dated June 22, 1987, setting forth the oral agreement. The letter is on A-Pix stationery, listing Atkins as President. Atkins advised Hochman of…