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The Film Finance Club
Aug 28, 20213 min read
6 Things That Every Filmmaker Should Know About Distribution
Many filmmakers struggle to understand how their work gets in front of audiences once it’s been shot. The answer lies in the distribution!

The Film Finance Club
Aug 23, 20214 min read
Filmmakers - Stop Shooting In The Dark!
It is so important for filmmakers to understand the business that they are trying to break into. But too many are shooting in the dark!

The Film Finance Club
May 13, 20213 min read
How The Hell… Do I Cash-Flow A Tax Incentive?
A tax incentive can be one of the greatest sources of cash for a production and can basically mean free money for your next film or TV show.

The Film Finance Club
May 7, 20214 min read
A Brief Introduction To Tax Incentives
Whether it's big-budget studio fare or a low-budget indie film, tax incentives could be the key to getting YOUR next project financed!

The Film Finance Club
Feb 10, 20217 min read
Should You Write A Script About The Coronavirus Pandemic?
One of the questions that seems to be dividing the filmmaking community is whether you should be writing scripts about the coronavirus!

The Film Finance Club
Feb 2, 20214 min read
Record Sundance Purchase: Apple Acquires "CODA" For $25m!
The purchase of "CODA" by Apple Studios at Sundance was great news for many reasons, and a classic example of independent film financing!

The Film Finance Club
Jan 25, 20214 min read
The Glamor Of The Film Industry
Understanding the glamor of the film industry is something that all filmmakers should use when appealing to investors.

The Film Finance Club
Jan 21, 20213 min read
What The Hell... Is A Sales Market?
The most prestigious sales markets that take place throughout the year are where the real business of the film and TV industry is conducted.

The Film Finance Club
Jan 19, 20213 min read
Enticing Investors To Read Your Script: Send A Great Business Plan!
An investor doesn't usually begin their selection process by reading a script. You can use a great business plan or lookbook to entice them!

The Film Finance Club
Dec 18, 20204 min read
What The Hell... Is A Finance Plan?
A finance plan is basically the answer to a very simple question: “How is your project going to get financed?”

The Film Finance Club
Nov 23, 20204 min read
What The Hell... Is A Business Plan?
The first step to raising funding for your next film or TV project is to create a good-looking and professional business plan.

The Film Finance Club
Nov 16, 20207 min read
International Co-Productions, Part Three: How They Can Help Filmmakers Like You!
For creatives such as writers, directors, and producers, how can you use international co-production structures to your advantage?

The Film Finance Club
Nov 16, 20207 min read
International Co-Productions, Part Two: Theory vs. Practice
International co-productions look wonderful in theory but they can get complicated. There are some practical considerations to think of here

The Film Finance Club
Nov 16, 20205 min read
International Co-Productions, Part One: What Are They & How Do They Work?
An international co-production represents an agreement that enables a production to enjoy the benefits of the tax incentives of 2 countries.

The Film Finance Club
Nov 10, 20206 min read
Warm Intros, Part Two: Network, Network, Network!
The most successful filmmakers have strong networks. Take the time to cultivate meaningful relationships so that you can find a warm intro!

The Film Finance Club
Sep 3, 20204 min read
What The Hell Are Sales Estimates?
Sales estimates are an extremely important document that can be crucial to the packaging, budgeting, financing and distribution of a project
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