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Why I Hate Christmas Movie Scripts!
As a viewer, I love Christmas movies! But as a producer and financier, receiving Christmas-themed scripts is tough. Here's why...

The Film Finance Club
Dec 24, 202110 min read


3 Areas Of Filmmaking That Every Producer Must Learn!
Many producers think their job is just developing scripts and hanging out with actors. But producers need to be responsible for much more...

The Film Finance Club
Oct 2, 20214 min read


2 Questions That Every Filmmaker Should Ask Themselves When Creating Their Project!
Every project starts with a great story. But creating a film or TV show that can be brought to life involves much more than just that.

The Film Finance Club
Sep 14, 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 28, 20213 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
Aug 23, 20214 min read


You're Not (Just) A Screenwriter, You're A Filmmaker (Too)
Screenwriters must be aware of the filmmaking process. It affects every decision they make long before and after they write their script.

The Film Finance Club
May 26, 20213 min read


The Distribution Journey: How Content Gets From Your Head To The Audience's Eyes
Aspiring filmmakers must understand the journey their idea takes from their head to the screen, and all the important steps along the way.

The Film Finance Club
May 5, 20213 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
Feb 2, 20214 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 21, 20213 min read


The Warner Bros/HBO Max Deal, Part Three: What This Means For Filmmakers
I’ve seen many emerging filmmakers spend time on social media discussing the recent Warner Bros/HBO Max deal and how it will affect them.

The Film Finance Club
Dec 30, 20206 min read


The Warner Bros/HBO Max Deal, Part Two: The Death Of Cinema?
Many have claimed that the recent Warner Bros/HBO Max deal signals "the death of cinema". But can streaming replace the cinema experience?

The Film Finance Club
Dec 30, 20206 min read


The Warner Bros/HBO Max Deal, Part One: Battle Lines Are Drawn
Everybody is buzzing with the news that Warner Bros will be releasing its 2021 slate day-and-date on HBO Max. But what's behind the deal?

The Film Finance Club
Dec 30, 20206 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

The Film Finance Club
Sep 3, 20204 min read


How Screenwriters' Understanding Of Distribution Can Protect And Help Them
A basic knowledge of distribution and how the industry works can protect writers, and help them to choose the right people to work with.

The Film Finance Club
Aug 19, 20206 min read


Pitching Your Script: How Understanding The Distribution Process Helps Writers Get Further, Quicker
Understanding distribution means you understand what audiences want. It informs the choices you make and the stories you choose to tell.

The Film Finance Club
Aug 18, 20204 min read


Why Do Screenwriters Need To Know About Distribution?
However great your script may be, if you’re not creating something that audiences want to see, all your hard work may be in vain.

The Film Finance Club
Aug 17, 20204 min read


Why The Hell... Is Distribution Vital?
If you are looking to get a script financed or produced, the distribution process will play a key role in every decision that is being made.

The Film Finance Club
Aug 13, 20204 min read


What The Hell... Is A Distributor?
What is the one thing that EVERY filmmaker needs to know to get their content optioned, financed and produced? The answer is: distribution!

The Film Finance Club
Aug 7, 20204 min read


What The Hell... Is A “Sales Agent”?
For your film or TV show to be seen by audiences, you'll need distributors across the world. The best way to find them is via a sales agent!

The Film Finance Club
Jul 20, 20203 min read
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