The Insider's Guide to Independent Film Distribution

Stacey Parks

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English

Focal Press
08 February 2012

Film movie production: technical skills; Cinema industry

"Innovation in technology means that almost anyone can make an independent film these days. Although this may be good news for aspiring filmmakers, it also means that the oversupply of independent films on the market has caused acquisition prices to dramatically decrease. As a result, producers and investors rarely recover their initial investment in the films they make. But don't be discouraged! Use this book to learn the realities of the market in advance and map out a winning distribution plan.

This comprehensive manual for filmmakers and producers dedicated to film distribution and the marketplace could mean the difference between getting your film out to the public and keeping it ""in the can. Learn how to sell your movie to a studio, a cable network, a video distributor, or an international buyer. Self-distribution and other alternatives to traditional distribution are also considered. In addition, you'll hear some success stories from producers and hear exactly what buyers are seeking.

Stacey Parks has worked with hundreds of hungry filmmakers to get their films a distribution deal and knows how frustrating the whole process can be. Let her show you how you can take control of your filmmaking career and start getting your work seen by audiences with a few little-known distribution secrets.

Features include: . Interviews and case studies with producers and distributors . Ten ways to market your film for self-distribution . Sales projections per territory . Distribution resources listings . Negotiation tips for distribution agreements . Sample distribution agreements . What you must know to get your independent film distributed . Written by a distributor who knows the process inside and out . Interviews with buyers and acquisitions executives from every sector of the business on what kinds of films they look for, what they're sick of seeing, and how their acquisitions processes work . Website features sample distribution agreements, budgets, and more!

New to this edition:. Completely updated for modern distribution practices (broadcast, DVD, VOD, and other kinds of distribution deals) . New coverage on crowd-funding, social media, film marketing, and deal memos

. Get the best inside distribution secrets from brand new interviews with an international cast of directors, producers, and distribution experts who share their experiences . Companion website features helpful downloadable forms and templates, sample distribution memos, and a great resource section"

By: Stacey Parks
Imprint: Focal Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 249g
ISBN: 9780240817552
ISBN 10: 0240817559
Pages: 168
Publication Date: 08 February 2012
Audience: Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , Undergraduate , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Stacey Parks is the author of the Inside Guide To Independent Film Distribution (Focal Press), a comprehensive educational program for filmmakers and producers dedicated to film distribution and the marketplace. Stacey has worked in independent film for over 10 years, and is currently a sales executive at the BBC Worldwide in Los Angeles. She was previously a foreign sales agent for many years. You can join her film distribution community on the web at www.FilmSpecific.com.

Reviews for The Insider's Guide to Independent Film Distribution

"""Well written, concise and (most importantly) honest! A must-have for indie filmmakers.""--Kate Pearson, SVP, Programming, The Documentary Channel ""Finally, a contemporary and practical book about film distribution that explores this often mysterious and misunderstood part of the industry. As an academic text the approach is both classroom and reader friendly, providing information not easily found elsewhere.""--Sharon Badal Faculty, New York University Tisch School of the Arts Kanbar Institute of Film and Television ""The book is well worth a read especially for those filmmakers who take the business of filmmaking seriously."" - Karen van Schalkwyk, SCREEN AFRICA ""Being a fairly light read that broaches a very broad topic, The Insider's Guide to Film Distribution serves as a great navigational tool to guide newcomers through the many pitfalls of a complex and, oftentimes, duplicitous industry. However, while publisher, Focal Press, does offer some great extra material at the book's official website, those who are serious about marketing and distributing their film may want to supplement this book with some of the more detailed tomes on the subject as Parks can only cover so much over the course of 154 pages. Still, for a quick and concise primer on the ins and outs of the distro business, The Insider's Guide to Film Distribution has no equal. Definitely well worth adding to your library!""--Horrorview.com"