Their catalog of films should be a collection youre happy to find yourself in. Vucavu is operated by the non profit coalition of canadian independent media art distributors ccimad. Jun 05, 2017 foreign presale is a license to distribute the film in certain foreign territory or media outside of the usa and canada before the film is completed. My names curt jaimungal and i know what its like to struggle as an artist.
What can fix britains broken independent film sector. Just think of all the logos you see at the beginning of any nonstudio film. Our film distribution program was created with the understanding that the film business has changed dramatically. The client will be able to view the same booking sheet as the buyer is while discussing upcoming titles. Sundial pictures is an independent film production and distribution company. Blue ice docs intends to use the expertise and skills of both organizations to build a singular, worldleading documentary distribution entity that will take nonfiction product across all media platforms within canada and beyond. The film catalogue is a service provided by the independent film and. Moving images distribution has represented canadian independent productions for over 25 years in the nontheatrical and broadcast markets. List of all active film distributors in usa canada uk. Second, i learned that the determiner of your success is your psychology which is why i teach entrepreneurship leadership.
The domestic market is defined as the north american movie territory consisting of the united states, canada, puerto rico and guam. Independent filmmakers often use film festivals as an opportunity to get the attention of distributors. Fox acquired 28 days later and slumdog millionaire for fox searchlight pictures and not for 20th century fox. This is a dynamic list and may never be able to satisfy particular standards for completeness. We are committed to bringing the best of canadian and international criticallyacclaimed films and film content to audiences across the country.
Founded in 2014 in partnership between robin smith, president of kinosmith and neil tabatznik of the blue ice group, blue ice docs intends to use the expertise and skills of both organizations to build a singular, worldleading documentary distribution entity that will take nonfiction product across all media platforms within canada and beyond. Discover the best in independent, foreign, documentaries, and genre cinema from ifc films. Usually, the distributor pays a flat rate, in the leasing model, or a percentage of the profits, in the profitsharing model. The following 26 pages are in this category, out of 26 total. The robust catalogue spans more than 45 years of creation and includes film and video works created at the inception of canadian movingimage art, as well as contemporary works that provoke, challenge and excite.
List of all active film distributors in usa canada uk updated. I am truly astounded at a movie such as company of strangers with a company of seniors that have very little or no acting experience just nailing their marks in this wonderfully simple story about a group of old people or, as the director has stated, a group of people that happen to be old whose bus breaks down. Major production companies often distribute films from independent production companies. Worldwide, english language, us and canada only, etc. Ive tried to make this a list of real distributors as opposed to resellers or catalog companies, but the line sometimes blurs. Jul, 2017 heres a list of all film distributors in canada. If you want the full spreadsheet including the usa uk, then sign up here. Our experienced staff in canada can provide any production services that you need anywhere in canada, such as film and hd4k equipment, crew, permits, budgeting, location scouting, casting and. Successful filmmakers and by that i mean filmmakers who successfully recoup their budget and repay investors, are the ones who develop a distribution strategy before they embark on the filmmaking process, and sometimes before they write the script. Which distributors will compete for the rights to cannes hottest films.
Vucavu combines the collections of eight media arts distributors from across canada. Search or browse our list of 54 movie film distributors companies by category or location, including 175495 canada inc, 3775666 canada inc, 90126640 quebec inc, 90549676 quebec inc, abscbn canada, ulc, action film ltee, and alliance films inc. The winnipeg film group offers film and video distribution to artists from. Independent canadian distributors lack access to the. In this article, well give you a look at some of the options you have to distribute your content online, and some examples of the terms distributors are offering short filmmakers. This best describes guerilla films except we are also women. Another thing i love most is helping indie filmmakers get their films funded by teaching them our unconventional approaches to pitching. Film distribution and film festivals in canada queens film. Coffee films independent film production uk features, docs.
Distribution for independent film is a completely different process. Probably the largest and most prevalent distribution platform, itunes can connect your film with an absolutely massive audience. We hate to see powerful documentaries shown once and forgotten which is why weve pioneered forwardlooking marketing strategies that give our films longevity and maximum audience reach. Independent film production companies are very nearly directorspecific or even film specific. 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. This is a list of film production and distribution companies. Cinemavault releasing is a motion picture sales company specialising in diverse and distinctive independent feature films.
They have also been the main distributors of canadian films. The winnipeg film group offers film and video distribution to artists from across canada with a focus on those from the prairies, northern and eastern canada. Film sales agents are those people who work for or own a sales company frequently referred to as a foreign sales company and this company will work to sell your movie to the international territories outside the u. See our 35 movie film distributors companies in canada. They have typically emphasized the marketing of independent films, low budget movies and art house films. Indie film distribution home of indie rights indie rights. Academys film listings of canadian films playing in canada. According to the film distributors association fda, the overall market share of uk films in the uk in 2016 including all uk qualifying productions was 34. We work in all stages of the filmmaking process, from development through distribution, for both documentary and feature films. Recently relaunched, the canadian association of film distributors and exporters cafde serves to represent the canadian film distribution industry and its. These films all compete for screens and inclusion in the most popular digital and cable outlets.
With the film industrys power consolidated in distribution, the sector has accrued significant power to determine what films make it to the screen. Videovision entertainment is among the leading independent film distributors in south africa, acquiring more than 3 500 international films for distribution in the country over the last 25 years. Once a distributor is interested in a film, the two parties. Nov 20, 2019 the state of film distribution in canada is still very much an industry and government concern. Film company famous playerslasky corporation films around the world first run features first independent pictures first national. Look for a film s company info on imdb, visit sales agents websites and peruse the special market editions of the industry trades to familiarize yourself with various sales agents specific brand identities. With over 25 years in the business, journeyman offers independent filmmakers and broadcasters a focused yet ambitious distribution outlet. The development of excellent, lowcost cameras and postproduction software has resulted in an exponential increase in quality films. These films range from independent films and documentaries, foreign language and arthouse films to multimilliondollar blockbuster films. A production company may specialize in producing their inhouse films or own subsidiary development companies. List of international sales agencies and companies for film and tv. What are the pros and cons between a major studio and. This list may not reflect recent changes learn more. Ccimad was established in 20 by a group of independent canadian film and video distributors to improve international accessibility to their catalogues through a shared digital distribution strategy.
If you look closely, youll see that the typical term length for most distributors is 1015 years. Ifc films a leading distributor of quality talentdriven independent film. Ive excluded some companies that in my experience are not reputable. The distributors directory for independent filmmakers is possibly the most complete and comprehensive reference source for film and television directtodvd distributors in the world. Becoming an independent contractor in canada has many advantages, but it does put the onus on you to properly estimate and remit income taxes on a regularly scheduled basis as dictated by the canada revenue agency cra. Mar 04, 2020 big releases help to keep afloat the kind of small theatres that are a ready venue for independent releases. We are comprised of thirteen familyowned independent distributors, serving customers from over locations throughout the united states and canada. We create innovative, awardwinning feature films, documentaries and television. 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.
British independent film production company coffee films features, music video, documentary, short and wildlife filmmaking currently based in leeds, uk. Independent canadian distributors lack access to the two domestic theatre chains and to major hollywood films. Breakdown of the major online indie film distribution. How do i pay income tax as an independent contractor in canada. The documentary organization of canada doc is a nonprofit organization representing the interests of independent documentary filmmakers in canada. 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. We are committed to bringing the best of canadian and international criticallyacclaimed films.
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. 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. Yes, i accept donations to my noble cause of pretending to not be an asshole when you are. Ifc films discover the best in independent, foreign. List of all active film distributors canada usa uk updated 2018 published on. In the early years of the film industry, the regulation of the film sector in canada was left to the provinces. Pay one flat fee to distribute your film to major digital video retailers, then keep. Independent uk producer distributor of indy features. 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. Jun 28, 2015 filmmakers need to get a good, rocksolid understanding of how film distribution works. Quiver digital digital distribution to worlds largest. First, what i discovered is that there are lessons you can take from silicon valley and apply directly to film pitching marketing distribution. This list includes both active and no longer active defunct companies. Indie film distribution submit your film today indie.
Due to ongoing covid19 concerns, film forum is temporarily closed. How to distribute your short film in todays online marketplace. Based in toronto, canada, we have built a library of over 300 titles as well as relationships with producers, directors, studios and distributors. Agree on a distribution deal with the film s producer or studio. We are committed to bringing the best of canadian and international criticallyacclaimed films and film content to.
Adfilms specialises in the placement of made for cinema advertising, and distributes the worlds best commercials. How to pay income tax as an independent contractor in canada. A cornerstone of moonstones achievements has been the close relationships chairman ernst etchie stroh enjoys with distributors worldwide, as well as his connections to respected filmmakers. Recently relaunched, the canadian association of film distributors and exporters cafde serves to represent the canadian film distribution industry and its members on matters of national interest. They set parameters for film content, exhibition and distribution. As an independent contractor, a film buyer can charge either a flat monthly fee, a flat fee for each booking or screen or a percent of the box office revenue. Learn how to get your film distributed, in under 3 months. For instance, if you have connections in the independent film world, bidding on blockbustertype films is probably not worth your time. May 24, 2018 some of them even offer licensing or acquisition fees or an amount that correlates with your films streaming success on the site. Founded as the canadian independent film caucus cifc in the 1980s, doc is the collective voice of independent documentary filmmakers across canada. At the turn of the 20th century, several provinces went beyond this and established cinema offices. The film catalogue connecting producers and distributors. Houghton mifflin harcourt educational and trade publisher.
Film distribution and film festivals in canada queens. Our theatrical market pages are based on the domestic theatrical market performance only. This is an analysis of the film distribution industry of canada. Yes, all clark film buying clients can log into the website and access scores of information including. Helping studios, distributors, and independent filmmakers.
And most films are collaborations between multiple such companies. We spoke to dozens of independent film distributors. And recently, some film distributors began to report they had heard from toronto. And yes, this includes stuff not listed on imdbpro. Alucine toronto latino film and video festival in toronto in. Independent film channel productions 11 penn plaza, 15 th floor new york, ny 1 6462737200. Iffc independent film financing and consultancy limited in london has extensive relationships with banks and investment companies, private investors, film bond companies, tax credit financiers, international sales agents, distributors, film lawyers, specialist accountants, global digital post houses, visual effects and animation facilities and 2d 3d conversion facilities europe, india. We have recently expanded the directory to include a new section on regular film festivalsan obvious extension of the distribution business. You can help by expanding it with reliably sourced entries. Celluloid only restricted to super 8, 16mm, and 35mm.
Helping rights holders, from independent filmmakers to major studios, reach amazon global audiences across hundreds of devices with the same distribution options and delivery quality available to major motion picture and television studios. Indie film school is full of practical information about filmmaking and film industry that you wont learn about in a film school. This is a list of motion picture distributors, past and present, sorted alphabetically by country. Canadian filmmakers fret cineplex sale could diminish support. Again, this breakdown is meant to expose how film distribution works within the studio structure. The independent distributors network is a nationally and internationally recognized buying group which was founded in 1994. Kinosmith is an independent canadian film distribution company.
Wholesale and distribution businesses for sale, 91. The canadian film distribution industry anthony leong. As the winnipeg film group is the only prairieregion distribution centre that handles both film and video works, we not only distribute independent film and video works by manitoba. In 2018, screen siren pictures celebrates 21 years in business as an active, independent film and television production company based in vancouver, canada. Moonstone entertainment has become one of the worlds leading independent film producers and distributors, known for films of high quality and commercial success.
Canada wild productions 1818 grant street vancouver, b. Quiver provides worldwide distribution of film and television content across major digital download and streaming retailers. Foreign presale is a key source of revenue for independent films, and can serve as the primary source of collateral for production loans. These distributors sell to the broadcast, cable and satellite programming distributors at trade shows such as nab, mipcom, mipdoc, cannes, etc. For starters, your film will be available on the same platform as major motion pictures and that alone adds a sense of legitimacy to your project. Distributors known for a focus on independent film invite a distributor to your ifs screenings. Jul 26, 2016 for the a2a first, its important to note that most studios do not acquire an independent film unless its for their independent arm i. Film distribution in canada the canadian encyclopedia.