Author Description
This book offers practical advice on assembling a package attractive to potential backers, and includes suggested sources of funding, a detailed budget, and a distribution plan. A complete case history--John Sayles' presentation for Lianna--provides a concrete example of effective packaging. Back Stage
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the practical methodologies required to secure financial backing for independent film projects. Trisha Curran provides a structured framework for filmmakers to navigate the complexities of production finance, drawing upon industry-standard practices for packaging, budgeting, and distribution. The text serves as a manual for translating creative vision into a commercially viable proposal for potential investors.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Strategies for assembling an attractive project package for backers
- Comprehensive lists of potential funding sources
- Detailed templates for film budgeting
- A complete case study of John Sayles' film 'Lianna'
Scope Limits
- Does not cover advanced legal tax shelter structures
- Does not provide specific contact information for current private equity firms
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Industry professionals and educators frequently cite this work as a foundational resource for understanding the business side of independent cinema. Readers often note that the inclusion of the 'Lianna' case study provides a clear, practical application of the theoretical concepts presented in the text.
Page Count:
154
Publication Date:
1986-01-01
Publisher:
Praeger Pub Text
ISBN-10:
0030009995
ISBN-13:
9780030009990
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