IFH 109: Top 10 Film Distribution Rules for Success

Indie Film Hustle® - A Filmmaking Podcast · Oct 25, 2016 · 34m

Film Distribution: Top 10 Rules for Success

When filmmakers go out into the world to try to sell their indie film it can be a bit dangerous. The shark infested waters that make up film distribution can be brutal. Since I'm now going down the same dangerous road with my film This is Meg, I decided to write up a few rules I found useful over the years when it comes to film distribution.

Split Up Your Rights

The Bigger the Deal the Less Control You Have

Cap Your Film Distribution Expenses

The Middle Men - Beware of the Deal

Nothing is Guaranteed

Cost vs Sale or R.O.I.

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