Terms & Conditions

Welcome to the Monochromatic Pictures website (“Site”). The Site is owned and operated by Monochromatic Pictures (“Monochromatic”, “we”, “us”, “our”). By accessing or using this Site, you agree to these Terms & Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

 

1) Use of the Site

You may use this Site for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

• use the Site in any way that breaches applicable laws or regulations;

• attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Site, including password-protected areas;

• copy, scrape, harvest, or otherwise extract data or content from the Site without permission;

• interfere with the Site’s security, functionality, or availability.
   

2) Intellectual Property and ownership

Unless otherwise stated, all content on this Site—including but not limited to films, series materials, showreels, clips, stills, audio, scripts, story concepts, pitch materials, synopses, artwork, designs, logos, trademarks, text, and layout (collectively, “Content”)—is owned by or licensed to Monochromatic and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

No rights are granted to you except as expressly set out in these Terms.
 

Limited permission

You may view the Site and Content for your personal, non-commercial use. You may not, without our prior written permission:

• reproduce, distribute, publish, broadcast, modify, adapt, create derivative works from, publicly display, or commercially exploit any Content;

• download or capture Content beyond what is necessary for normal web browsing;

• remove watermarks, credits, or proprietary notices.
   

Pitch and development materials

Any development slate materials, pitch decks, and unreleased project information remain the confidential intellectual property of Monochromatic and/or its licensors. Access does not transfer any ownership or rights.
 

3) Password-protected areas (Development Slate)

Certain sections of the Site may be restricted by password or other access controls (“Restricted Areas”). By accessing Restricted Areas, you agree that:

• access may be granted at our discretion and can be revoked at any time;

• you will keep passwords and access credentials confidential and not share them;

• you will not copy, record, screenshot, download, forward, or disclose Restricted Area materials, except with our written consent;

• any unauthorised use may result in immediate termination of access and potential legal action.

If you receive access via a partner, buyer, or platform, you remain responsible for compliance with these Terms.
 

4) Third-party trademarks and client logos

Client names, logos, and trademarks displayed on the Site are the property of their respective owners. Their appearance does not imply endorsement, partnership, or affiliation beyond the relevant professional engagement.
 

5) Submissions and enquiries

If you submit information to us through forms, email, or otherwise (including project briefs, scripts, pitches, concepts, reels, CVs, or links) (“Submissions”):

• you represent that you have the right to submit the material;

• you acknowledge we may already be developing similar ideas independently;

• unless we agree otherwise in writing (e.g., NDA or submission agreement), Submissions are not confidential and we are not obligated to compensate you for them.

We recommend sharing sensitive creative materials only after a written agreement is in place.

6) Accuracy of information

We aim to keep the Site up to date, but we do not guarantee that the Site or Content is complete, accurate, or current. Content may change without notice (including availability of works for licensing).

7) Links to third-party sites

The Site may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of those third parties. Access them at your own risk.

8) Disclaimers

The Site and Content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

9) Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Monochromatic will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits, revenue, data, or goodwill, arising from or related to your use of (or inability to use) the Site or Content.

10) Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold Monochromatic harmless from any claims, liabilities, damages, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of your breach of these Terms or misuse of the Site.

11) Privacy

Your use of the Site is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how we handle personal data.

12) Changes to these Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The “Last updated” date will reflect the latest version. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

13) Governing law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Singapore, without regard to conflict of law principles. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Singapore.