Overview

This is a guide for independent filmmakers looking for information on how to find distribution and audiences for movies and videos. This book gives street level instruction and real-world examples on how to promote, distribute and sell film and video productions. From landing a distribution deal and getting free media coverage to staging a low-cost premiere and selling productions to video rental chains and through the Internet, this book is a 'must-have' for any independent film or videomaker looking to seriously sustain a career in the entertainment industry. It is packed with insider knowledge on techniques that work. Well researched real-world examples illustrate how to promote and sell a film. It is a must-have guide to finding distribution audience from video rental chains to the internet.

Full Product Details

Author:   Mark Steven Bosko
Publisher:   Michael Wiese Productions
Imprint:   Michael Wiese Productions
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.70cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.630kg
ISBN:  

9780941188760

ISBN 10:   0941188760
Pages:   300
Publication Date:   01 May 2003
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   Out of print, replaced by POD  
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Table of Contents

Introduction: What are Independent Films and Videos? 1. Promoting Independent Films and Videos 2. What do you have? 3. Who wants your product? 4. What are Your Hooks? 5. What Is Your Goal? 6. A Meditation On Limitations 7. How Do You Do It? 8. Distributor Functions 9. How Do You Land One? 10. Who And What Helps In The Process? 11. Soliciting Distributors 12. Presentation Package 13. Order Of Contact 14. The Beginnings Of A Deal 15. Understanding Realities 16. What To Do? 17. How Do You Do It - Part Two: Self-Distribution 18. Utilizing The Media 19. Locating, Qualifying And Contacting Appropriate 20. Adapting Your Presentation Package 21. Exploiting Other Promotional Options 22. Pricing 23. The Mailing 24. Callbacks And Making The Sale 25. Contracts 26. Getting Down To Business - Follow-Up And Fulfillment 27. Using The Internet - A Special Case

Reviews

Mark Bosko's book is extremely well researched and replete with actual case histories and insightful observations and advice. If you are producing and marketing an independent film, Bosko's book should be on your must read list. Harris Tulchin, Harris Tulchin And Associates Entertainment Attorney, Producer's Rep, Author www.medialawyer.com

Author Information

Bosko has been promoting and distributing independent feature films for more than 10 years. Chris Gore has been called """"a pit bull of journalism"""" and the """"Gen-X Leonard Maltin."""" He founded"""" Film Threat """"magazine in 1985 and the popular magazine gave him access to scores of unfinished, underground, and cult films. He lives in Los Angeles

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