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Never Give a Distributor Your Film Forever
If you’re an independent filmmaker trying to get film distribution, I explain why a 50/50 revenue split doesn’t necessarily mean you receive 50% of the money, how distributor fees and recoupable expenses affect what filmmakers actually earn, and why the length of your distribution term can matter just as much as the percentage being offered.We’ll talk about 5-year, 7-year, 10-year and 15-year distribution licenses, minimum guarantees, marketing commitments, expense caps, and—most importantly—how and when your rights revert back to you.My basic philosophy is simple: if a distributor is…
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