It has never been a better time to be an independent filmmaker. Digital movie distribution continues to increase the opportunity for indie movies to be seen while helping creators make money from their hard work. It's an entertainment win-win situation.Content creators can instantly connect with viewers across the planet and in turn viewers can get instant access to a massive choice of original programming. The global village continues to expand … [Read more...]
David L. White to Leave Miramax Following Completion of Successful Film Distribution Deals, Significantly Increasing Company’s Value
Article by Donald Hood (1888PressRelease) David L. White, Miramax executive and a leading strategic consultant for home entertainment and other industries, announced earlier this month that he would be leaving the company after a year-and-a-half relationship.Los Angeles - During his tenure with Miramax, White was part of a team that Mike Lang, former Miramax CEO, assembled to negotiate … [Read more...]
Producer Eric Gozlan of Goldrush Entertainment and the independent film “Beautiful Boy”: Distribution of a Movie
by The U.S. National Archives Article by Mark There is no single most important job for a movie producer. Rather, what is the most important job AT THIS POINT in the project?Before the project even reaches the embryonic stage, the producer must find a great idea and turn it into an even greater proposal. He has to ensure that the evolution of the idea results in a package that he can now use … [Read more...]
The World of Movie Distribution Is a Tough Place
The world of movie distribution is a tough place. After fighting and sweating to finish a movie you're mentally and physically exhausted.You just want to take a break and rest, but you can't because finishing a movie is only half the battle. It's time to enter the world of movie distribution.Movie distribution is a tough place for filmmakers new to the grind. It's hard to switch off the creative mind to deal with the business side of selling … [Read more...]
Marketing Strategy and Movie Distribution Plans
It's too easy to neglect having a marketing strategy and movie distribution plan when producing on an indie film budget. Producers are focused on fleshing out a tight screenplay, hiring cast and crew while keeping track of every dollar they spend. Studio budget movies hire goliath companies to develop a marketing strategy and movie distribution plan for their latest blockbuster.Indie filmmakers have to get creative with their marketing strategy … [Read more...]
Looking For Film Buyers? 5 Steps To Secure Distribution For Your Indie Film
So, you have an indie film and you want to find distribution.Never have so many options for distribution been available; never has it been so confusing to decide what is right for you and your film. The industry is experiencing a transitional moment; everyone knows online downloads are the future, but nobody knows exactly how it will play out. As well, distribution has gone online too, offering a plethora of choices for the indie filmmaker and … [Read more...]
Indie Film Financing and Movie Distribution – Dancing Nude
Indie film financing and movie distribution reminds of what it would feel like dancing nude on stage (much respect for exotic dancers at Larry Flynt's Hustler Club!). You show up to pitch your movie project and need to be able to dance to a film investor's music. It's their stage and not yours as an indie filmmaker seeking film funding. They want you to make a sellable movie which appeals to movie distributors so the production can make … [Read more...]
Indie filmmakers and the business of movie distribution
Article by Sid Kali Indie filmmakers and the business of movie distribution - Entertainment - Music Search by Author, Title or Content Article ContentAuthor NameArticle Title Home Submit Articles Author Guidelines Publisher Guidelines Content Feeds RSS Feeds FAQ Contact Us We're providing a forum for … [Read more...]
Movie on Demand Distribution For Indie Filmmaking Cats
Like many independent filmmakers out there I was disappointed with how the traditional distribution deals for my movies turned out. This is kind of like my Jerry Maguire moment. It's 6 AM on a Saturday and I'm on my laptop. Making smaller budget movies outside of Hollywood without name stars severely limits your distribution options. 9 out of 10 times it leads to a filmmaker signing a deal with a independent distribution company that doesn't pay … [Read more...]