When it comes to theatrical film distribution, there are many different ways to get your movie in front of an audience. In this episode, Tom Malloy discusses his theatrical distribution strategy for his upcoming feature film.
Yesterday
The Truth About Star Power in Independent Film
Do movie stars still sell movies? In this episode, Tom Malloy explains how distributors and international buyers really evaluate cast value, why only a small percentage of actors actually move the needle, and how filmmakers can avoid overpaying for talent that doesn't increase sa ... Show More
2m 52s
Jul 1
Why Some $100K Films Succeed—and Most Don't
Can a $100,000 indie film make money? In this episode, I break down the realities of today's micro-budget film business, why distribution matters as much as production, and what separates profitable indie films from the ones that never earn their investment back. If you're planni ... Show More
3m 52s
Jun 24
Film Financing Myths That Are Costing You Investors
In this episode, Tom Malloy breaks down some of the biggest myths and realities of raising money for movies. From whether a great script can raise financing to the truth about film festivals, wealthy investors, and chasing the success of breakout indie hits, you'll learn what act ... Show More
3m 35s
Sep 2017
Pitching Do's and Don’ts: How to Get Your Film Funded
This week’s guests have heard over 10,000 pitches between them and, in this episode, they reveal what works and what doesn't when you're trying to raise money for your films. No Film School’s Liz Nord is joined by Molly O’Brien (Chief Business Development Officer of Fork Films), ... Show More
35m 7s