Film Proposals Financing Blog

Dec 26, 2024

Film Financing Lessons | Spielberg, Scorsese, Smith, Linklater

Read Film Financing Lessons from famous producers, such as Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorsese, Lee Daniels, Kevin Smith, Ralph Fiennes, Richard Linklater and how they got their first film financing. Film financing is a never-ending process...no matter how famous and successful and they are, successful filmmakers see film financing as an innate part of film production throughout their careers.

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Dec 22, 2024

New York Foundation for the Arts Film Grant | Film, Video, Women, Theatre

New York Foundation for the Arts Fiscal Sponsorship is a critical way for individual artists, artists' collaborative projects, and emerging arts organizations in all disciplines to apply for funding. A sample of some of their fiscal awards include the NYSCA/NYFA Artist Fellowships for Video/Film and the NYC Women’s Fund for Media, Music and Theatre.

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Dec 19, 2024

Finding Investors For Your Movie Project | Get Film Investors Attention

Probably the most common question concerning financing is; how do you go about finding investors? Answer: You find the people who have the money and you do this by the networking of contacts. First off, who has the money?

Find out the ONE thing you absolutely need to get in touch with potential movie investors. Learn the ONLY way to get highly paid professionals to pay attention and respond.

Answers to these questions and more at Finding Investors For Your Movie Project.

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Dec 17, 2024

Film Production Contracts Templates | Licensing, Script, Talent, Location

FilmProposals is helping you retain full control over your film's Chain of Title, so your film, your producers and your investors are all protected and you will have a finished product you can legally sell. Having the correct Film Production Contracts in place on your film is crucial when investors, distributors, festivals and production companies are evaluating working with or investing in your project. You must make sure you own EVERYTHING that makes your film your film. In other words, you must have a clean "Chain of Title."

Some examples include story & music rights, cast & crew images, graphics, the script, rights to on location shoots and much more. If any of these important legal contracts is missing, you cannot legally sell your film since you won't own all of it! Funders and distributors will expect you have these signed and if not, could hinder your ability to get distribution or signed investors. Most film festivals require all these agreements to ensure you can even enter your film with them.

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Dec 12, 2024

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After reading the book "Film Business Plan and Investor Guide", I bought the Silver package from Film Proposals. Going through the package demystifies the whole Business Proposal. Between the Business Plan Template, Film Financial Template, Financing Manual, Film Pitch Deck and Film Investor Agreement Outline, a substantial chunk of the Business Proposal is covered and is a great start for independent producers who have never created a proposal before.

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Dec 10, 2024

Film Grants | Independent, Student, Documentary, Screenwriting

Film and TV grants, which collectively add to millions of dollars in Film Money available to you, have a HUGE advantage...You do not have to reimburse the funds, unlike film investors, who require their money back, plus a return on their investment. Most film grants require a specific type of proposal and you will really have to understand your film, niche, market and message to even be considered for a grant. If you are truly passionate about your project, and it delivers a message, more than likely, you can receive a film grant.

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Dec 05, 2024

7 Key Elements You Need To Get The Money | Why Use a Business Plan?

A business plan has three basic purposes: communication, management, and planning. Learn how the business plan is used to attract investment capital; help you track, monitor, and evaluate; and identify and avoid roadblocks and obstacles. Most importantly, you need it to attract investors to fund your project. No one is going to invest in your project unless they can see how they are going to get repaid and more importantly, make a profit. Read On: Importance Of A Business Plan For Film Projects.

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Dec 01, 2024

[Review] Great Tools for writing a film business plan!

The Film Business Plan Tools give you a great starting point for writing your truly professional business plan before you go out to seek funding for your film. A no-brainer for newbies and low level of experience producers who wanna take the next step.

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Nov 26, 2024

Film Investor Tips | Find and Engage Movie Investors

Want to actually find film investors in 2024/25????? Film investors are generally very savvy business people. After all, how do you think they got the kind of money to become a potential movie investor? Many filmmakers think selling an investor on their creative concept, rather than the financials, is the way to secure funding. Except for a few specific circumstances, this is definitely not the way to go! When it comes to film investing and the film financing business, it's ALL about what you are offering potential investors for your independent movie. Learn More: Film Investor Tips

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Nov 21, 2024

How to Calculate Film Business Plan VOD Projections

The relatively new world of VOD and being able to target your market directly is fantastic news for producers, especially those who could or did not follow the traditional distributor model. However, unlike the traditional theater/distributor model, these opportunities are much more difficult for projections and business plans. Here we outline all the different VOD business models, costs and calculations associated with each, as well as which statistics and case studies you may want to use in your business plans.

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Nov 18, 2024

The Most Important Money You'll Ever Raise for Your Film

The most important money that will go into producing your film is the first money in. The very first money that can be used towards your budget (negative pick up) costs. Far too many potential filmmakers think the very first thing they should do reach out to film investors, but that money is, in fact, the last money you should raise.

Once you have a portion of your budget covered, let's say 25-50%, by doing the work - in kind donations, tax incentives, product placement, grants, talent back end agreements, etc etc, it will be far easier to raise the rest of your budget. Your investment is so much more appealing when it isn't all risk and cash. Asking someone else for money before you've even thought about what you can do on your own is a surefire way to turn off investors. Learn about all the work you need to do before ever contacting a film investor - and surprise yourself with how much less money you need to raise from them!

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Nov 07, 2024

[Review] I LOVE THIS MATERIAL - FilmProposals Investment Package

I have read several other books on financing, but this program gives you an in depth look into PPM, Business Plans and how to approach financial world of film investors. I learn several new ideas for financing a film. Also, I learned how to write a business plan, a ppm, etc. This material will give you the knowledge you need to get to where you want to go in the film industry. I truly recommend this material for any indie film maker. - Charles

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Nov 04, 2024

Paid Script Reader Tips to Avoid the Slush Pile!

If I’m not hooked on page one or possibly page two, I’m not reading 10 pages, I’m putting it down. Unfair, you cry. You’ve got to get to page 52 where there is a brilliant twist. Too late, and here’s why. Have you ever flicked through TV channels, watching 10 or 20 seconds of a show before deciding if it’s worth sticking around? That’s your script on the screen. The way to get your script read can be summed up in four words - Get To The Story. Learn from the script reading pros: Script Writing Tips to Avoid the Slush Pile

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Oct 31, 2024

Film Investors on FilmProposals | Why You Can't Find Film Investors

Jeff asks a great question about how we approve the Film Investors on the site and I give a VERY HARSH, but truthful, answer. Warning - this post is not for the faint of heart. If you're convinced you can take the lazy approach to finding film investors by searching the internet and emailing people with something like, "I have a great project, email or call me," then skip this article. If you've tried this and found it hasn't worked for you...then this article about really understanding the dynamics of the business of film investing may just be for you. Comments welcome (on Facebook)- please tell us what YOU think!

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Oct 29, 2024

[Reader Question] Film Investor Contract Template | Film Investment Package

Do Your Filmmaking tools include this information? This is a great question, thank you! FilmProposals always recommends you seek professional legal counsel, however, we offer a variety of templates, tools and articles to educate you on the film investment process, all designed to help you minimize attorney costs. Here are some areas for you to consider: Film Investor Contract Template.

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Oct 24, 2024

[Review] The Legal Document Templates Have Already Paid Off | FilmProposals Platinum Bundle

So far the Film Proposal Platinum Package has been fantastic. For a first time producer this toolkit has guided me on a great starting point and has really energized my writer/director into taking this move to get his film made very seriously. The legal document templates have already paid off by getting the option contract done without having to pay for an attorney review. Looking forward to using the rest of the toolkit as we prepare our investor financials, budget, and sales projection documents. Using the toolkit we are halfway done with our business plan saving us months of work. -Robert

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Oct 22, 2024

How To Create Sales Projections For Your Indie Film Project

Many new independent filmmakers do not realize the importance of Sales Projections For Independent Film Projects. They neglect to research and utilize realistic sales projections when developing their Business Plan, or worse, they do not use sales projections at all. This is a huge mistake. When you are developing a set of projections, the following should be considered...

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Oct 17, 2024

Filmmaker FAQs Answered | Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions

We get asked the same questions quite often as many filmmakers start in the same place. Here's a round up of the top inquiries at FilmProposals Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions.

• What is a Producer's Package?
• What are ATL and BTL costs in Filmmaking?
• Can you help me with a TV Pilot Business Plan Template?
• The Film Financial Projections Template is locked and I'd like to change some of the Formulas
• Do You Do Business Plans for Films?
• Can you help me secure financing, introduce me or help find investors?
• How Do I Edit My Film Pitch or Movie Trailer?

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Oct 15, 2024

THIS is What a Movie Investment Looks Like

We've seen so many successful filmmakers who have taken the time to learn about financing and then funded their films and we are in awe every time.

Yet, we still get too many filmmakers emailing us things like "I'm a director. How can you finance my film?" or "Can you connect me with investors? My idea is about XYZ."

The simple fact is you cannot have investors if you don't have an investment. It is not possible to "buy an idea." If you don't know the information in this image well enough to recite it in your sleep, you have no business contacting anyone for money. This is what our Film Financing Bundles do - they take you from "I have a great idea..." to this.

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Oct 10, 2024

Film Production Terms | Minimum Guarantee, Waterfall, Deferments

Our glossary of film production terms explains the most commonly used points when discussing a production company and film financing. Wondering what MG is? The Waterfall? Chain of Title? We have filmmakers covered with all the industry lingo. Raising money for a film and becoming familar with all the industry language can be daunting, but the more any filmmaker knows about film financing, film investors and the film business, the more likely they are to secure their movie financing. Check our guide to Film Production Financing Terms Glossary

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Oct 08, 2024

Avoid Film Finance Frauds & Scams | Don't Be a Target

When trying to fund your film and put yourself out there, it is quite common for filmmakers to run into potential Film Finance Frauds & Scams. Film funding scams are a significant issue in the industry and can take various forms. We have heard from dozens of filmmakers over the years about the financial frauds they've suffered, usually with little to no consequences, and here we want to highlight some of the most common risks for you and how to Avoid Film Finance Frauds & Scams.

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Oct 03, 2024

Filmmaking FREE BONUS - Ten Prominent FilmMakers' BEST Advice

The 100 page Modern MovieMaker Movement Action Guide, by Jason Brubaker, founder of www.filmmakingstuff.com, was authored by ten of the most prominent filmmaker thought leaders in the world, including Jon Reiss of the famed book, Think Outside The Box Office.

Get your valuable, no-fluff modern filmmaking information, as well as advice to help you navigate a filmmaking world defined by HDSLR technology and non-discriminatory distribution. Topics include: film finance, crowdfunding, production, film festival promotion, marketing and distribution.

The Modern MovieMaker Movement Action Guide is a FREE GIFT with Purchase of select Film Financing Toolkits.

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Oct 01, 2024

[Review] FILMMAKERS: BEING PREPARED IS PARAMOUNT

Where to start – one of the best things about using filmproposals.com was the step by step process to not only put together a professional proposal but with all the material that’s included – it is a crash course on how the mechanics of the business part of ‘show business’ actually works. If you take your time to absorb all that is offered – you will be prepared for entry into this very insular business – especially from the point of view as a writer and producer. It’s not that all the books and books of material about this business aren’t helpful – but filmproposals.com has laid it all out in a digestible form so that it makes sense in a business that sometimes appears to have no rhyme of reason on how things work or ever get produced.

As in any business venture – there are ‘tricks of the trade’ – but when dealing with investors – it is all arranged in great detail what you are offering and what they definitely expect. After completing my proposal – I feel more prepared than ever to take the next steps! Thank you filmproposals.com!

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Sep 27, 2024

NEW! The Hundred Film Fund | from Runway & Runway Studios

The Hundred Film Fund is a new effort from Runway and Runway Studios to help produce and fund one hundred films which make use of AI to tell their stories. As of this writing, the fund sits @ $5M. Applications are now open and grants range from $5K to $1M+ with an additional $2M in Runway credits to be awarded.

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Sep 26, 2024

10 Things Indie Film Makers Can Do Right Now to Attract Film Investors

What can independent filmmakers do to attract film investors, enhance their bottom line, and actually MAKE MONEY from their indie films? Read this amazing article from Independent Film Maker and guest writer, Angelo Bell, to find out Ten Things Independent Film Makers Can Do Right Now to get film financing, secure film distribution that makes money and attract film investors, larger than typical crowd funding initiatives deliver.

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Sep 24, 2024

How to Invest in Indie Films | Tips for Pitching Film Investors

How to Invest in Indie Films contains tons of important information for the Indie filmmaker. While the article speaks to film investors, the information can make great selling points for you while pitching your business plan to investors. As we always say, your pitch should be for the investor, not for you. Can you speak fluently about asset classes and private equity?

Learn more: How to Invest in Indie Films

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Sep 17, 2024

[Review] Best Thing Ever Created!! - FilmProposals Platinum Bundle

With no business info given in film school, this course is an eye-opening godsend! The biggest issue is figuring out what to send high net worth individuals to get them interested in investing in your film and this kit practically gives you everything needed to do that. -- Alisha M

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Sep 12, 2024

Updated Indie Film Database 410+ Films| Revenue Projections, Narrative & Docs, 410+ Films

We are so thrilled to announce we have updated our Indie Film Custom Database which makes it easier than ever before for indie filmmakers to do comparable film analyses and possible revenue projections. What’s New?

1. Now 410+ films in our custom indie film database through 2023 films.
2. We added Documentaries! Yes, thanks to so many of you asking, we added 45+ Documentaries to the spreadsheet. For filmmakers looking to raise independent financing for a Doc, now you can do sales projections the way we’ve always done them for indie narrative films. You can do them on your own with our Film Financial Templates OR you can hire us (and Nash Info Services) to do professional projections for you. Nash has been doing Doc Sales Projections for years and they are total pros! The Doc films in our database generally fall into three categories: biographical, social issues, and health/self-care/personal fulfillment, so there's plenty from which to choose.
3. More lower budget films. We now have over 90 films with budgets of $1M or less. It is notoriously hard for filmmakers to find details on lower budget films, which is exactly why Nash are the pros. It's ALL they do - scour for industry information and work with filmmakers.

Learn More: Comparable Films & Sales Projections

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Sep 12, 2024

Updated Indie Film Database 410+ Films| Revenue Projections, Narrative & Docs, 410+ Films

We are so thrilled to announce we have updated our Indie Film Custom Database which makes it easier than ever before for indie filmmakers to do comparable film analyses and possible revenue projections. What’s New?

1. Now 410+ films in our custom indie film database through 2023 films.
2. We added Documentaries! Yes, thanks to so many of you asking, we added 45+ Documentaries to the spreadsheet. For filmmakers looking to raise independent financing for a Doc, now you can do sales projections the way we’ve always done them for indie narrative films. You can do them on your own with our Film Financial Templates OR you can hire us (and Nash Info Services) to do professional projections for you. Nash has been doing Doc Sales Projections for years and they are total pros! The Doc films in our database generally fall into three categories: biographical, social issues, and health/self-care/personal fulfillment, so there's plenty from which to choose.
3. More lower budget films. We now have over 90 films with budgets of $1M or less. It is notoriously hard for filmmakers to find details on lower budget films, which is exactly why Nash are the pros. It's ALL they do - scour for industry information and work with filmmakers.

Learn More: Comparable Films & Sales Projections

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Sep 10, 2024

[Review] The Real Value Here is the Market Data | A Real Time Saver

If there exists a one stop shop for a business plan and crash course in film finance this is probably it. The real value here is the market data - I'd pay 100$ for that alone. A real time saver.

You probably want to contact a lawyer as many of the details laid out in the plan are for a very specific type of structure and there are many ways to structure the deal. Based on the content I saw there's no reason not to use the recommended lawyer in the package. Seems like this is well thought out. - Grant

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Sep 04, 2024

Can you help me Secure Financing, Introduce Me or Help Find Investors?

Can You Help Me Find Film Investors is a question we are asked AT LEAST once per day. If you're convinced you can take the lazy approach to finding film investors by searching the internet and emailing people with something like, "Dear Sir: I have a great project, email or call me," you are not even close to ready to secure film financing. If you've tried this and found it hasn't worked for you...then this article about really understanding the dynamics of the business of film investing may just be for you.

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Aug 29, 2024

Annual Bushwick Film Festival

We are thrilled to announce tickets are now available for the 17th Annual Bushwick Film Festival, scheduled for October 16-20, 2024. The festival promises an engaging lineup of independent films from Brooklyn and around the world, all screened at Williamsburg Cinemas (217 Grand Grand Street Brooklyn, NY 11211). In addition to film screenings, the 17th Annual Bushwick Film Festival will feature Creative Community Day with industry panels, workshops, and neighborhood pop-ups, Youth Film Screenings showcasing high school talent and discussions on youth issues, Comedy Night with stand-up comedians and writers, Live Music with beloved film scores, and an Awards Night and Closing Party celebrating cinematic achievements, culminating in a finale showcasing all the award-winning films.

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Aug 27, 2024

Film Pitch Package - Secret Tips to Pitching the Unpitchable

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Crafting the ideal Film Pitch Package is as much of an art as it is a science, but unlike your film, your pitch can and should be unique to each audience member. Imagine if every audience member of your film could choose their own ending - that is exactly what you get to do with your film investment pitch package. In this article, we use advice from a world renowned, Shark Tank Investor, multi million dollar generating entrepreneur and business person, Sabri Suby. If Sabri gets paid to teach top luxury brands to sell to their target market, much of which will overlap with yours, then let's use the best practices we know work. Learn More: Film Pitch Package | Secrets to Pitching the Unpitchable

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Aug 22, 2024

Unique Fundraising Tips to Finance Your Film | Live Financing Activities

Filmmaker Sue Lange has treated us to 7 Amazing Fundraising Tips to Finance Your Film! Believe it or not, there are people out there loathe to donate to your project via an online crowdfunding site. Lots of them actually. They don’t trust websites. They’re tired of creating an account with yet another user ID and password. They don’t do anything on the Internet at all. You may not realize it, but there was a time when there was no Internet and things still got done. Here’s a secret: a lot of things — maybe even most things — still get done off-line. Learn how Sue taps people for funds out in the real world with live fundraising events she has successfully done for several films.

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Aug 20, 2024

Frameline LGBTQ+ Film Grant Completion Fund | Documentatry, Emerging

The Frameline LGBTQ+ Film Grant Completion Fund provides grants up to $5,000 to emerging and established filmmakers and is a source of financial contributions to artists who often struggle to secure funding to complete their works. Films submitted should represent and reflect LGBTQ+ life in all its complexity and richness. The Fund supports documentary, narrative, experimental, animated, and episodic projects about LGBTQ+ people and their communities. Applications for the 2024/2025 season will open around September 2024.

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Aug 15, 2024

Sundance Film Grants | Documentary, Non Fiction, Emerging Filmmaker

Sundance Film Grants have a rolling open call. Submissions are accepted year-round, and they indicate three deadlines per year that correspond to the grant cycles. The Sundance Documentary Film Program supports non-fiction filmmakers worldwide in the production of cinematic documentaries on contemporary themes. Established in 2002 with founding support from Open Society Foundations, the Program is a vibrant global resource for independent non-fiction storytelling.

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Aug 13, 2024

Film Business Plan Template | Marketing Plan, Revenue Projections

Our easy-to-use Independent Film Business Plan Template can be used alone, or alongside our Film Proposals and Financing Manual and Film Projections Templates. Using Microsoft Word, with a film theme background, the template requires your customization, but is formatted, includes tons of re-usable text and saves you hours and hours of typing and market research time.

From a FilmProposals customer, "... I'm now sending out my completed business plan/film proposal document to potential investors and the one comment I'm getting back almost immediately is that it's so well laid out and professional. Believe me, first impressions really do count."

What are you waiting for? Check out the Film Industry's best Independent Film Business Plan Template today.

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Aug 08, 2024

What Goes in a Producer's Package? | Financials, Audience, Revenue, P&A

"What is a Producer's Package?" is a great question we get asked all the time, with a long and varied answer. A movie producer's package changes depending on your target audience for the pitch. For example, are you pitching a producer investor, actor, studio, composer, product placement or another entity? Each pitch meeting requires a different presentation. Some will be more financial in nature and some will focus more on the creative aspects of your project. Read More: What is a Producer's Package?

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Aug 06, 2024

Film Proposal Samples & Examples | Defining Your Value Proposition

Having a strong Film Proposal Example Value Proposition is essential in capturing the attention of investors, distributors, audiences and anyone else who might contribute to the success of your film. A compelling value proposition not only highlights the unique aspects of your film project, but demonstrates its potential for success. Read on if you want to be crystal clear on why someone should invest in or watch your film! Film Proposal Example Value Proposition

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Jul 30, 2024

How to Use a Film PPM to Accept Investor Money

If you are looking to raise money for your independent film, you have likely heard the term Film Private Placement Memorandum (PPM) and are wondering if you need one.

Unless you are getting private equity from family and friends, you should have a Film Private Placement Memorandum (PPM) drawn up for your fund raising. Find out more: Film Private Placement Memorandum

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Jul 24, 2024

Film Proposal Example Value Proposition | Sell Your Movie

How to sell your movie with your strong and unique Film Proposal Value Proposition

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Jul 23, 2024

Ultimate Guide to Impressing Film Investors With Storyboards & Pre-Sales

Getting investors for your film is a full-time job - and here’s a warning: It’s a job for serious filmmakers only. In order to be successful, you have to commit yourself to working harder than you’ve ever worked in your life — possibly even harder than you will making the film. If you want to impress investors, you’ll need to educate yourself thoroughly about every financial aspect of the film industry, from production and marketing distribution to foreign film rights. One of the most impressive things you can do for your pitch is show your vision with a film storyboard. A great storyboard bridges the gap between ideation and creation and can impress an investor. Essentially, your storyboard is a complete graphic novelization of your film, in which panels are used to express every key moment or crucial camera angle.

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Jul 16, 2024

What the Pros Tell Film Investors About You

Film Investing Advice from the Wall Street Journal | For Investors

Classic article from WSJ with current information, even in the 2024 Indie Film market. Film investing pay offs can be as high as 50% to 100% in the first three years, IF a film is successful, which is a big "if." Find out how to minimize your risk, be aware of many of the things that could possibly go wrong during filming and how to identify a well-conceived marketing and distribution plan that makes sense and isn't built on hope. More: Film Investing Advice from the Wall Street Journal

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Jul 09, 2024

How to Use Your Ideas to Attract Investors

These film business plan tips will lead you straight to finding and securing the right investors for your movie. Whether you use a business plan, private placement memorandum, or other fundraising vehicle, we want you to stand out from the crowd and pitch your project in a way that compels investors to write you a check now.

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Jul 02, 2024

[Review] Film Investment Package is Like The Pot of Gold

'When I came across the Business Plan Tools and the Finance Guide, I felt like I could stop searching for the pot of gold ... I’d found it. In one place, with clear, easy to follow materials and spreadsheets, my questions were answered. It still depends on me and what I do but the blueprint is all there. Thanks.'

Thanks to Barry, Producer, River Dreaming Entertainment, for taking the time to leave us feedback!!! Check out more Movie Investor Package Reviews.

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Jun 18, 2024

Filmmaker Legal Checklist | 10 Steps by Filmmaker & Attorney

Our new Filmmaker Legal Checklist, written by Dori Zavala, Attorney & Filmmaker @ Open For Show Business, covers so many important legal considerations when making your film. In this amazing article, Dori goes into detail on things like forming a Legal Entity, Setting Up Your Business, Documenting and Clearing Chain of Title, Setting Up Your Business to accept investments and so much more!

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Jun 18, 2024

Filmmaker Legal Checklist | 10 Steps by Filmmaker & Attorney

Filmmaker Legal Checklist by Filmmaker & Attorney who raised over $1M for her films using this list. Set up your film for max success!

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May 19, 2024

Pitch to Film Investors | Practical and Proven Tips for Fundraising

Pitch to Film Investors | Practical and Proven Tips for Fundraising

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Your pitch to film investors can be intimidating and you may only get one opportunity. According to Eminem's Lose Yourself, "Look, if you had one shot, or one opportunity to seize everything you ever wanted. One moment... Would you capture it or just let it slip? Yo"

If you are pro the 'capture' option, then before you even contact a film investor, you must be fully prepared. Our How to Pitch to Film Investors article will help you do just that!

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May 16, 2024

[Review] Very Helpful and Resourceful Materials | Good Investor Results!

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'Hello, I bought both Gold Toolkit and Platinum Bundle. They are a life saver! I have been able to approach some investors already, with their help and are getting good results and it is expected to get even better soon. I will recommend these products to anyone who aspires to succeed in this field. They are indispensable and legally very instructive.' - David, Producer

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