If you look closely, youll see that the typical term length for most distributors is 1015 years. New titles include quant, the fascinating life story of revolutionary fashion icon, dame mary quant. Philip nelson 101 eton road lindfield nsw 2070 australia 011612948777. The top 10 distributors account for 97% of the box office revenue. Why the uks indie distributors face a growing challenge features. Prints are available from our regular distribution collection and the extensive holdings of the bfi national. Jun 22, 2016 hopefully this gives you some insight into how film distribution works and where the industry stands in terms of distribution to theaters and home entertainment. Icon film distribution uk part of icon group international film production, sales, marketing and distribution company started by mel gibson in the 90s. Quiver digital digital distribution to worlds largest. And most films are collaborations between multiple such companies.
The complete guide to uk film distribution for indie. Kaleidoscope film distribution kfd is an established international sales company, specialising in commercial feature films and branded documentaries. We have compiled a selection of the main websites relating to the film and cinema industry. Market share for each distributor 19952020 the numbers. The list includes all major movie studios the big six.
Indie film distributors look for one thing only when they evaluate paying for your indie films. In the uk, as the world of independent film grows increasingly precarious, more companies are looking to board ip at the earliest stage possible, in order to participate more fully in the success. Music distribution is the link between your finished record and your future fans. Bulldog film distribution is a fully independent uk film distributor releasing films across all platforms. Itn releases 24 films per year with itns connection to all major retailers and rentals in north america, such as redbox.
Sundial pictures is an independent film production and distribution company. Sep 17, 2014 icon film distribution uk part of icon group international film production, sales, marketing and distribution company started by mel gibson in the 90s. The complete guide to uk film distribution for indie filmmakers. Independents eone entertainment one handles mostly summit entertainment films plus others lionsgate handles its own, millennium films and summit entertainment entertainment film distributors most successful independent film distributor, h. Distribution of spending on films in the united kingdom uk 2018, by category. In the intensely competitive market of factual film distribution, we thrive because we know the factual market insideout. List of all active film distributors canada usa uk updated 2018 published on. They have acquired and distributed over 200 of the finest independent films from the u. We are the uks national body that supports independent cinemas of all forms. Indie film school is full of practical information about filmmaking and film industry that you wont learn about in a film school. With a highly experienced management team, we have a rapidly expanding library of high quality titles including margin call and night train to lisbon.
Over to amir film distribution is pretty much the final frontier that the independent filmmaker of today has to tackle. Ive excluded some companies that in my experience are not reputable. Based on the experience of its founders, linda nelson and michael madison, the need for a new type of distribution for truly independent films is evident. This is a dynamic list and may never be able to satisfy particular standards for completeness. Distribution for independent film is a completely different process. This is the sixth of ten articles revealing the results of my survey of 1,235 film industry professionals. The domestic market is defined as the north american movie territory consisting of the united states, canada, puerto rico and guam. Uk film distributor metrodome enters administration film. Film movement rebeca conget 109 west 27 th street, suite 9b new york, ny 1 2129417744, ext. Indie rights, a subsidiary of nelson madison films, is a full service, global distributor with direct relationships to major distribution outlets. Aug 04, 2014 in 20, there were 470 companies focused on video and film distribution in the uk, only 127 of whom actually released a film in uk cinemas that year. What are the best movie distribution companies in the uk. A production company may specialize in producing their inhouse films or own subsidiary development companies.
Uk distributors, studios and production companies uk information. Itn distribution independent film distribution company. Indie film distribution home of indie rights indie rights. Based in london bankside is a leading international sales and film finance company for independent films. Independent film development corporation is a holding company, primarily focused on driving shareholder value by investing in the securities. List of all active film distributors in usa canada uk. Search genre companies markets messages favourites. Screen surveys the independent ukbased production companies actively. From surprise hits to sinking ships, the uks independent distribution. At a time where we can barely predict what will be the most successful distribution model six months ahead of time, why are independent storytellers acquiescing to giving away our rights for so long. Itn releases 24 films per year with itns connection to all major retailers and rentals in north america, such as redbox, walmart, target. Oct 30, 2019 number of film exhibition companies in the united kingdom uk 19962018.
Our theatrical market pages are based on the domestic theatrical market performance only. Distribution companies work to get independent films theatrical releases nationally and internationally and make deals for dvd, bluray and. Aug 17, 2016 uk film distributor metrodome enters administration this article is more than 3 years old the company, founded in 2004, had recently found critical success with titles such as tangerine, mommy and. Distributors including lionsgate, altitude, vertigo, eone and entertainment film distributors are also actively engaged in this, while studiocanal has indicated a stronger push towards production. Distribution one of the things i love most is figuring out the maximum amount of time i can get away with not replying to a girls txts before she thinks im an asshole. Hopefully this gives you some insight into how film distribution works and where the industry stands in terms of distribution to theaters and home entertainment.
New yorkbased zeitgeist films was founded in 1988 in a single office. The following az list includes film production and distribution companies. Atlas distribution company independent film distribution. But digital music distribution has taken the center stage. Uk film distributor metrodome enters administration this article is more than 3 years old the company, founded in 2004, had recently found critical success with titles such as. Welcome to the brit 50, screen internationals survey of the independent ukbased production companies actively engaged in originating, developing and producing feature films for both local and. Where traditional distribution meets new media to create multiple revenue streams worldwide. To evaluate this, they look at your film, the size of the target audience, how your film compares to previously successful similar films, and in the end, it comes down to whether they think they can sucessfully get your film screened in a theater or digitally.
Moonstone entertainment has become one of the worlds leading independent film producers and distributors, known for films of high quality and commercial success. Itn releases 24 films per year with itns connection to all major retailers and rentals in north america, such as redbox, walmart, target, best buy, netflix, itunes, hulu, amazon and videoondemand vod outlets. Atlas distribution scores queen elizabeth movie, a royal night out atlas distribution company and ketchup entertainment announced today the acquisition of us distribution rights for the uk hitfilm, a royal night out opening wide in the uk today in a deal negotiated by hanway films. Founded in 2007, the company offers a bespoke sales and executive producer service to production companies. Release date for uk hit film a royal night out set.
Independent film production 7a pindock mews w9 2py uk tel. This vision grew so that we could support the skills of the incredible people who work in those venues via our training and professional development, increasing access to the films available to these venues via our distribution and screening days projects and making. Jun 29, 2012 film distribution is pretty much the final frontier that the independent filmmaker of today has to tackle. Just three companies studiocanal, eone and entertainment control half of all box office income made on uk independent films. Why distributing independent films in the uk is a growing challenge. Indie film distribution submit your film today indie. Quiver digital digital distribution to worlds largest vod.
Founded in 2003 independent is a fully integrated content creation and distribution company specialising in film and television. The art of political murder one thousand paper cranes the billion dollar game. I didnt realise he would pen an epic and essential guide to film distribution blimey. You can help by expanding it with reliably sourced entries. Quiver provides worldwide distribution of film and television content across major digital download and streaming retailers. Established in 2002, warp films is one of the most exciting and respected production companies in the uk today. Independent film production companies are very nearly directorspecific or even filmspecific.
Pay one flat fee to distribute your film to major digital video retailers, then keep. Due to ongoing covid19 concerns, film forum is temporarily closed. This is a list of motion picture distributors, past and present, sorted alphabetically by country. The independent cinema offices mission is to develop an open, challenging and thriving film sector. The independent film distributors association ifda is a collection of 12 companies that will meet to discuss issues surrounding independent distribution in the uk and to develop a coherent. Streaming could kill uk independent film industry, experts. In 20, there were 470 companies focused on video and film distribution in the uk, only 127 of whom actually released a film in uk cinemas that year. Just think of all the logos you see at the beginning of any nonstudio film. We started out as documentary producers ourselves and at the heart of our business is a belief in the importance of a fair deal for our hardworking filmmakers. We work in all stages of the filmmaking process, from development through distribution, for both documentary and feature films.
Again, this breakdown is meant to expose how film distribution works within the studio structure. We are not selling tickets at this time, but we are hopeful that we will show all of our upcoming films in the near future, possibly at other dates than originally announced. Indie film distributors list of distributors, distribution. We want everyone to have access to cinema that nourishes the soul and changes lives. Major production companies often distribute films from independent production companies. Streaming could kill uk independent film industry, experts say this article is more than 9 months old producer highlights how making movies for netflix is easier than finding funding for cinema.
Emi films as a distributor, emi operated under several names during its involvement in the film industry entertainment film distributors. Unfortunately we are unable to accept unsolicited scripts at this time. Ive tried to make this a list of real distributors as opposed to resellers or catalog companies, but the line sometimes blurs. A guide to independent film distribution in the 21st century. Three arrows media three arrows was born out of friendship. This statistic displays the leading distributors of uk independent films ranked by number of releases in the united kingdom and republic of ireland in 2018. We spoke to dozens of independent film distributors.
This is a list of film production and distribution companies. This list includes both active and no longer active defunct companies. They may be willing to take a shot at an independent uk film. The intimate dealings are a mystery to most but if you can understand and embrace the process, youve just bettered your chances of having a sustainable career in this strange old industry of ours. Mar 08, 2014 what are average film distribution fees. Top distributors of uk independent films 2018 statista. If you have a great independent film or tv series that youd like us to consider for distribution, submit your film or tv series here indie rights, a subsidiary of nelson madison films, is a full service, global distributor with direct relationships to major distribution outlets. View our everexpanding film library to get a sense of what bulldog film distribution can do for you. A guide to uk film distribution, marketing and cinema releases. The independent cinema office was founded in 2003, with a vision of everyone in the uk having access to lifechanging cinema. Distribution companies work to get independent films theatrical releases nationally and internationally and make deals for dvd, bluray and ondemand releases.
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