The Insider's Guide to Independent Film Distribution (Paperback)

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"Well written, concise and (most importantly) honest! A must-have for indie filmmakers."--Kate Pearson, SVP, Programming, The Documentary Channel

"Finally, a contemporary and practical book about film distribution that explores this often mysterious and misunderstood part of the industry. As an academic text the approach is both classroom and reader friendly, providing information not easily found elsewhere."--Sharon Badal Faculty, New York University Tisch School of the Arts Kanbar Institute of Film and Television

Book Description

An industry insider sheds light on film distribution, the filmmaker's greatest challenge!

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Product Details

• Paperback: 216 pages
• Publisher: Focal Press (May 7, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 024080922X
• ISBN-13: 978-0240809229
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (32 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #203,054 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Indy Distribution Book For Beginners, June 12, 2007

By	Kevin K (Baltimore, MD) - See all my reviews

If you've never had a movie distributed then this is a good starter book. It doesn't contain all that you'll need, but it will definitely get you thinking in the right direction. It's got a lot of info for a decent price.

However, if you've already had a flick distributed and are looking to get a better deal on your second flick, this probably isn't the book for you, as much of this is novice-only.

So for
Fledgeling filmmakers: 4 stars
Experienced: 2 stars

Also recommended: From Reel To Deal, the Dov S. S. Simens book, that has(besides some excellent filmmaking tips) plenty to say about getting distribution for your flick.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best book on distribution, August 19, 2007

By	Andy Michaelson "Andy Michaelson" (Los Angeles) - See all my reviews

I am an independent producer and i just sold my first film. I have read about 4 books on distribution, and this one was by far the most complete and logical. The `real life' case studies provided for me a world of inspiration. Without being bulky, the book focuses on what is essential and every piece of information has a real life application. So if you only have the time for one book on the subject, I think this should be the one.
Numerous contacts and "who is who" are also provided in the book.

Mitch Anderson
Producer - "TheWorldWithoutUS.com"

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Parks book is actually very useful, August 13, 2007

By	P. Russell (LA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I'm a story analyst for several studios and production companies here in Los Angeles, as well as a teacher at UCLA's Extension School of Entertainment. I also have a thriving consultant business for screenwriters and development executives in the entertainment business. Park's book is the only one I've ever read that actually describes the world of independent movies today -- not three years ago, or ten. This writer actually does what she writes about. This is a very very valuable thing in a business where many of the books are written by folks who's last experience getting a film made was 10 or 15 years ago. If you want to be smart in making your movie, you'll look at what gets bought and what doesn't. This book's the biggest help for that around. Sometimes the news is depressing -- but this writer offers solutions, not just problems. I was quite happy I bought this book. There isn't one in its class, on this subject, on the market.