Track your sales day to day with our film distribution dashboard. The distribution company determines how many copies prints of the film to make. The orchard started as a music company in 1997, and in 2014, the film side broke off and started acquiring for theatrical. Moonstone entertainment has become one of the worlds leading independent film producers and distributors, known for films of high quality and commercial success.
Dec, 20 before the internet paved the way for online film distribution platforms like netflix, amazon, itunes, etc. These are specialized divisions of large companies and smaller companies that release independent films to theaters and usually home video. List of all active film distributors in usa canada uk. They often have excellent relationships with festivals. If distribution companies are buying motion picture rights prior to opening night, youre probably wondering how the heck do you land that film. House of film submissions house of film distribution. Since its establishment in 1994, media asia entertainment group limited has produced or cofinanced almost 100 chinese language films, including blind detective, motorway, legend of the fist. Bulldog film distribution is a fully independent uk film distributor releasing films across all platforms. Swirl films is a film production company founded by eric tomosunas.
The following az list includes film production and distribution companies. Meet the 25 players who can actually get an independent movie made. The yearly amounts on our theatrical market pages are based on box office years. Itn releases 24 films per year with itns connection to all major retailers and rentals in north america, such as redbox, walmart, target, best buy, netflix, itunes, hulu. The data shows people are more likely to view, download, and buy a movie if its in the new releases in theaters category. And most films are collaborations between multiple such companies. Distribution terror films is a worldwide distributor specializing in the indie horror genre across all distribution platforms including. Knowing where to book your film is essential to your success. Indie rights, a subsidiary of nelson madison films, is a full service, global distributor with direct relationships to major distribution outlets.
Amiternum films is an independent production company based in san francisco, ca and rome, italy. With the film industrys power consolidated in distribution, the sector has accrued significant power to determine what films make it to the screen. Cow lamp films provides film and television distribution to midwest and international independent filmmakers. Itn distribution independent film distribution company. Due to ongoing covid19 concerns, film forum is temporarily closed. Most distributors not only provide the movie to theaters, but obtain ancillary rights to distribute the movie on vhs, dvd, cable and network tv. Our mission is to support independent film, filmmakers and creativity and to do this as well as distribution we are also involved in the financing of new projects. Major production companies often distribute films from independent production companies. Nov 20, 2019 the state of film distribution in canada is still very much an industry and government concern. Weve listed the top 10 based on number of companies above. Whos buying the movies youll watch which distributors will compete for the rights to cannes hottest titles.
Our company provides services to take any idea from script to screen. A guide to independent film distribution in the 21st century. Learn how to get your film distributed, in under 3 months. Indie film distributors list of distributors, distribution.
Independent film production companies are very nearly directorspecific or even film specific. Tetrovideo, based in the uk, possess international distribution and sales capabilities and specialise in noncommercial feature films. New jersey based dvd and film distribution excluding u. If you view distribution keeping my three principles in mind, and you take the. Indie film distributors for independent film makers. Just think of all the logos you see at the beginning of any nonstudio film. Back then film distribution was controlled by a bunch of companies that safeguarded access the marketplace. Other rights can include soundtrack cds, posters, games, toys and other merchandising. The road to distributing your film is not as hard as you think guest blog. Founded in 2003 independent is a fully integrated content creation and distribution company specialising in film and television. Brinkvision is the last real independent film distributor in the market today. The distribution company shows the movie screening to prospective buyers representing the theaters.
Film distribution in canada the canadian encyclopedia. For those who seek more control over the marketing and sales of their movie, self distribution. The billion dollar game a good woman is hard to find out of blue. These companies can give your film access to over 40 million households in the us. The domestic market is defined as the north american movie territory consisting. The state of film distribution in canada is still very much an industry and government concern. Distribution one of the things i love most is figuring out the maximum amount of time i can get away with not replying to a. In 2019, the film side was rebranded as 1091 media. If you have a great independent film or tv series that youd like us to consider for.
Based on the experience of its founders, linda nelson and michael madison, the need for a new type of distribution for truly independent films. Sony fox distribution company columbia pictures united international pictures. For the past 15 years swirl films has been one of the industrys leading providers of urban content production and programming. For most indie films up until the last 5 years or so, the most realistic outcome would be for a.
Most theaters use buyers to represent them in negotiating with the distribution companies. Apr 09, 2018 as a result of internet film distribution and the inevitable demise of dvd retail distribution you can now reach a global marketplace. Our theatrical market pages are based on the domestic theatrical market performance only. This is a list of motion picture distributors, past and present, sorted alphabetically by country. Atlas distribution scores queen elizabeth movie, a royal night out atlas distribution company and ketchup entertainment announced today the acquisition of us distribution rights for the uk hitfilm, a royal night out opening wide in the uk today in a deal negotiated by hanway films. Its always possible that another distribution company or aggregator will purchase distribber or its remaining assets, and start handling those films. The buyers negotiate with the distribution company on which movies they wish to lease and the terms of the lease agreement. May 02, 2017 independent film production companies are very nearly directorspecific or even filmspecific. House of film accepts submissions of completed long form content. One thing to be aware of with distribution companies is how they might try to hide certain profits from you. Working under the umbrella of the blue ice group, we acquire, fund and develop a wide variety of nonfiction projects from around the world. Based on the experience of its founders, linda nelson and michael madison, the need for a new type of distribution for truly independent films is evident.
Our film distribution program was created with the understanding that the film business has changed dramatically. Hopefully this gives you some insight into how film distribution works and where the industry stands in terms of distribution to theaters and home entertainment. Famous players film company famous playerslasky corporation films around the world first run features first independent pictures. Independent movie distributors blue fox, level 33 merging. The domestic market is defined as the north american movie territory consisting of the united states, canada, puerto rico and guam. Our cinemaflix distribution program will help distribute your film successfully and economically in the major markets around the world. The next big step occurs once the distribution company has rights to the film. Finding distributors for your lowbudget horror film.
Meet the 25 players who can actually get an independent. Distribution partners need to be notified, and your onesheets. List of all active film distributors canada usa uk updated 2018 published on. This is a list of film production and distribution companies. Quiver is both an encoding house and aggregator, so all the work we do stays inhouse. Your film will be prepared and placed on secure servers, making it available for purchase andor distribution on an ondemand basis.
A guide to independent film distribution in the 21st. Ive tried to make this a list of real distributors as opposed to resellers or catalog companies, but the line sometimes blurs. Movie film distributors companies in the united states manta. Seven lies film distributors like to tell filmmakers. Film distribution strategies to use when financing your movie jun 5, 2017 entertainment finance how an independent filmmaker chooses to make a movie is often dictated by access to money more than any aesthetic sensibilities. To evaluate this, they look at your film, the size of the target audience, how your film compares to previously successful similar films, and in the end, it comes down to whether they think they can sucessfully get your film screened in a theater or digitally. This list includes both active and no longer active defunct companies. As an independent filmmaker, if you were lucky enough to garner a distribution deal, odds were good the deal was less than satisfying. These companies assess new films and buy worldwide rights which they sell to distributors across the globe. Traditional distribution companies can help get your horror film into a wide variety of channels and foreign markets, but they also take exclusive ownership of your film. Jun 22, 2016 hopefully this gives you some insight into how film distribution works and where the industry stands in terms of distribution to theaters and home entertainment. Sundial pictures is an independent film production and distribution company. A cornerstone of moonstones achievements has been the close relationships chairman ernst etchie stroh enjoys with distributors worldwide, as well as his connections to respected filmmakers. Quiver digital digital distribution to worlds largest vod.
Ive excluded some companies that in my experience are not reputable. As we do, we offer this collection of videos from wh. Indie film distributors look for one thing only when they evaluate paying for your indie films. The companys annual slate includes 12 films for theatrical distribution and 50 films for ancillary markets dvd, television, vod. Independent cinema continues to evolve, and we will evolve with it while providing audiences the best films possible. Terror films is a worldwide distributor specializing in the indie horror genre across all distribution platforms including.
The return of chen zhen, city of life and death, initial d, the warlords and the infernal affairs trilogy. This is a list of film filmmaking, film distribution companies. Independent films are sometimes distinguishable by their content and style and the way in which the. Indie film distribution submit your film today indie rights movie. Dvds of your film will be marketed to retail chains, schools, colleges, and libraries.
Atlas distribution scores queen elizabeth movie, a royal night out atlas distribution company and ketchup entertainment announced today the acquisition of us distribution rights for the uk hit film, a royal night out opening wide in the uk today in a deal negotiated by hanway films. It seems very clear to me that a distribution company would want to target an audience that is at least already partly built, but the answers below imply otherwise. We are not selling tickets at this time, but we are hopeful that we will show all of our upcoming films in the near future, possibly at other dates than originally announced. Company press releases, biographies of founders and contact information listed. The art of political murder one thousand paper cranes the billion dollar game. The road to distributing your film is not as hard as you think. Film distribution strategies to use when financing your movie. Sep 27, 2019 the landscape of independent film distribution is evolving and we are doing our best to keep up with it. My names curt jaimungal and i know what its like to struggle as an artist. First, what i discovered is that there are lessons you can take from silicon valley and apply directly to film pitching marketing distribution. A guide to independent film distribution in the 21st century film. We work in all stages of the filmmaking process, from development through distribution, for both documentary and feature films.
Our cloud technology does all the complicated technical work. Lakeshore has produced more than 60 films including the academy award winning million dollar baby as well as runaway bride, the mothman prophecies, the underworld franchise, exorcism of emily rose, crank, the gift. A production company may specialize in producing their inhouse films or own subsidiary development companies. With a highly experienced management team, we have a rapidly expanding library of high quality titles including margin call and night train to lisbon. Itn releases 24 films per year with itns connection to all major retailers and rentals in north america, such as redbox, walmart, target, best buy, netflix, itunes, hulu, amazon and videoondemand vod outlets. Breakdown of the major online indie film distribution. Search or browse our list of movie film distributors companies by category or location. Breakdown of the major online indie film distribution platforms. Film distribution distributing an independent movie youtube. Distribution for independent film is a completely different process. Mar 28, 2017 independent movie salesdistribution companies blue fox entertainment and level 33 entertainment have merged operations, variety has learned exclusively. All submissions are handled in a confidential manner but we do not return submitted material. An independent film distribution company focused purely on nonfiction features.
Atlas distribution company independent film distribution. How to release and selfdistribute an independent film rev. Film distribution platform for indie filmmakers and video streaming services. We provide fast, costeffective vod distribution solutions for clients of all sizes. The 4yearold distribution company headed by former focus features ceo karpen. Founded in 2010 by filmmaker ava duvernay, array is a grassroots distribution, arts and advocacy collective focused on films by people of color and women. Quiver digital digital distribution to worlds largest.
The list includes all major movie studios the big six. Apr, 2018 there are specialized digital film distribution companies now, as well. An independent film, independent movie, indie film or indie movie is a feature film or short film that is produced outside the major film studio system, in addition to being produced and distributed by independent entertainment companies. When we released our first feature on amazon and started making sales, it was hard to believe we could do so without a traditional film distribution deal. Manta has 390 companies under movie film distributors in the united states. For example, a company might say they plan to spend something on advertising the movie. We spoke to dozens of independent film distributors. Artsploitation films balcony films cinema epoch direct cinema facets multi. Its our mission to acquire underappreciated films deserving of a larger audience. Before the internet paved the way for online film distribution platforms like netflix, amazon, itunes, etc.
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