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Can you make money from an indie film?
Independent filmmakers can actually make money if they have a great foreign sales agent who can sell their movies in key overseas markets. Producers will often make their “wish list” when casting a film, and the list will typically be full of well-known names that “travel” overseas.
How do I get an indie film distribution?
If your goal is to release your film to a wide audience as quickly as possible for exposure, you may want to consider TVOD and AVOD options — such as YouTube, Vimeo, Vimeo on Demand, Reelhouse, or Pivotshare. Another great platform for independent filmmakers seeking film distribution is BingeWave.
How much does it cost to buy the rights to show a movie?
Movie licensing pricing can range from $300 to $2,000+ depending on a number of factors. Some factors affecting the licensing price can include the number of people in attendance, location, application, revenue generated from ticket sales, and the film being displayed.
How do I get permission to screen a movie?
To obtain a public performance license:
- Check with the copyright holder directly.
- Check with the distributor to see if they have the authority from the copyright holder to grant licenses. (This is a good method for documentaries.)
- In the case of major feature films, you can use a licensing service.
How do you budget for an indie film?
Spike Lee’s 6 Tips for Budgeting an Indie Film
- Set realistic expectations.
- Study films with similar budgets.
- Consider asking cast and crew to work on deferred payments.
- Provide meals and craft services.
- Have weather-resistant alternate locations available.
- Embrace crowdfunding.
Where can I find actors for indie films?
Acting Agencies The more professional way of finding actors is to contact an agency. Simply find a local agency and email them with details on the production. Even if you don’t have a budget a professional actor might work on your film if the screenplay or subject matter interests them.
How much does it cost to distribute a film?
The distributor might receive a distribution fee of 17.5\% (compared to a customary distribution fee of 35\% for a theatrical release) with the filmmaker bearing all costs of advertising and marketing.
Why choose Indie Rights?
If you have the patience and YOU are willing to put the work in for the success of your film, Indie Rights has the tools; a guide to properly marketing your film on social media to help find and reach your audience, a community of like-minded filmmakers who are there for one another, and the ability to get your film on MAJOR platforms.
How do I buy the film rights to a movie?
Hiring an entertainment lawyer prior to negotiations may make the process easier for you. Negotiate to buy the movie rights outright. Once you have been in contact with the publisher of the work for which you wish to purchase the film rights, negotiate a deal to buy the film rights.
Why Indie Rights as an exhibitor at AFM?
Film Markets like AFM and Cannes are too costly and complex for most independent filmmakers to attend, but Indie Rights attends AFM and Cannes as an Exhibitor and can represent your film to international buyers. We are also members of IFTA, the International Film and Television Alliance, the primary global distributors trade association.
What is indindie rights?
Indie Rights, a subsidiary of Nelson Madison Films, is a full service, global distributor with direct relationships to major distribution outlets. Based on the experience of it’s founders, Linda Nelson and Michael Madison, the need for a new type of distribution for truly independent films is evident.