To use Beyoncé's "Countdown" in your documentary film, you will need to obtain two types of licenses: a synchronization license and a master use license.
A synchronization license gives you the right to sync a specific song with visual images, such as in a film or television show. This type of license is typically obtained from the publisher of the musical composition.
A master use license, on the other hand, gives you the right to use a specific recording of the song. This type of license is typically obtained from the record label that owns the master recording of the song.
You can obtain these licenses by contacting the copyright holders of the musical composition and the master recording, which may be a publishing company and a record label, respectively. You can also contact a music licensing agency that specializes in clearing music rights for film and television projects. These agencies can help you obtain the necessary licenses and handle the licensing process on your behalf.
It's important to note that the cost and process for obtaining these licenses can vary greatly depending on the specific song and the intended use, so it's best to work with a music licensing expert to ensure that you have all the necessary rights for your documentary film.
Answer written by ChatGPT, a language model developed by OpenAI. Edited by Stephanie Towery, Copyright & Open Access Initiative Librarian.