What does PGA mean in movie credits?

When “p.g.a.,” known as the Producers’ Mark, shows up after a producer’s name in credits, it signifies that the producer so designated actually did the work of producing the movie onscreen.

What does with and and mean in credits?

This came from the idea that you either wanted your name first in the credits or last. Getting a “with” or an “and” puts your name at the end of the group of credits. This is reserved for the actors that won’t be first billing, but usually have the most illustrious career.

Why are some actors credited with and?

“With” and “And” are usually indicative of a brokered deal showing that the cast member is very popular or an important actor or other such, but may not have a large part in the movie. On a TV show it may indicate the same; big star, small part, or a guest star spot for that particular episode.

Why do some credits say featuring?

Contractual agreements generally requested by the actor’s agent to garner him/her more recognition. And, like you said, to give them credit for episodes they weren’t in. It’s just a way to make that actor stick out amongst the rest to earn him/her more brownie points.

What does the designation PGA mean?

Producers Guild of America
www.producersguild.org. The Producers Guild of America (PGA) is a 501(c)(6) trade association representing television producers, film producers and New Media producers in the United States. The PGA’s membership includes over 8,000 members of the producing establishment worldwide.

What does it mean when an actor is credited as himself?

When a TV show gives a fictional character billing in the credits as himself. When a fictional character is credited “as himself” because they actually were playing themselves (an actor plays a fictional version of themselves), that’s actually As Himself.

What does a producer credit mean?

The “Producer” credit is the primary credit position among all PGA-sanctioned credits for feature films. Basically, the Producer holds the most responsibility in respect to the development, financing, production, and post-production of the film. After that, they package the film with talent (directors and lead actors).