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Crowdfunding for Film

By Jon M. Garon
Gallagher, Callahan & Gartrell, PC
Using the technique known as “crowdfunding,” a producer can pre-sell credits in the film or other goods and services in an effort to pre-finance the production. Crowdfunding is just one of the many ways in which producers of motion pictures can utilize the […]

Fundraising Your Micro Budget Film

Money does make the world go around - and it oils the gears of filmmaking. Where do you turn to get said cash? Dale Newton and John Gaspard break it down.

…When we made Resident Alien and Beyond Bob (for $28,000 and $26,000, respectively), we thought we’d gone about as low […]

DIY DAYS Philadelphia - New Models of Funding

NEW MODELS OF FUNDING: BEYOND THE BIG SCREEN As traditional indie film finance dries up, filmmakers are on the lookout for new sources of funding. In a content-saturated market, enabled by new technology and amplified by social media, could extending the story experience hold the answers to a new wave […]

Cash Crunch: Seeking Film Financing in Lean Times

Anthony Kaufman looks at financing during tough times.

… “Call me when the economy is better.” That’s what one New York-based indie producer heard from a potential investor recently. With Wall Street crashing, hedge funds shaking out, and a possible global depression on the horizon, it’s not exactly the best time […]

Where The Money Is

Looking for the money to finance your indie pic? Nicol Wistreich the co-writer of The Film Finance Handbook: How to Fund Your Film: New Global Edition writes about where to find those pots of cash. The article focuses on UK indies, but it also contains great information for all […]

Head vs. Gut

The source of inspiration for a project can vary depending on the hat you will be wearing. Sydney Pollack talks about how he approaches film projects differently depending on whether he will be playing the role of producer or director.

Use Caution with Personal Debt Film Financing

By Jon M. Garon
Gallagher, Callahan & Gartrell, PC
This is part of a series of book excerpts from Independent Filmmaking, The Law & Business Guide for Financing, Shooting & Distributing Independent & Digital Films designed as an introduction to the many legal issues involved in the filmmaking process.
The simplest form of […]

Alternative Funding Methods

Slamdance presented Fireside Chat: Alternative Funding Methods for Indies. The panel started out reviewing some examples of methods that recent films have used to raise money, including house parties, sponsorships and advance DVD sales. Later, the discussion became more technical, addressing more advanced questions that arise from new, experimental funding […]

Studios And Independent Financing Options

By Jon M. Garon
Gallagher, Callahan & Gartrell, PC
This is part of a series of book excerpts from Independent Filmmaking, The Law & Business Guide for Financing, Shooting & Distributing Independent & Digital Films designed as an introduction to the many legal issues involved in the filmmaking process.
Studios
The traditional Hollywood studio […]