As you may recall back in February, long-time Stage 32 member, blog contributor, webinar teacher, and international film & distribution aficionado, David Zannoni began a series of blogs and vlogs to keep you up-to-date on the business of film across the globe.

Today, David is sharing some amazing insights into the world of distribution for independent filmmakers in his exclusive Stage 32 vlog.

What you will learn from David:

• How do you define "independent film" distribution, specifically
• How to navigate distribution rights
• What are the different types of distribution deals and contracts
• Where should you base your distribution rights?
• Who acquires distribution rights?
  • Studios vs. streamers vs. independent distribution companies vs. exhibitors
• International Sales Agent vs. Worldwide Distributor
• How direct distribution works
• What is a distribution agreement with a minimum guarantee?
• How to navigate the various agreements and forms involved in distribution
• What is Collection Account Management (CAM)
• How do you manage revenues generating by indie film distribution

Everything You Need to Know About Independent Film Distribution

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David has also been an instrumental part of Stage 32 joining forces with Fintage House to bring their top tier roster of clients including thousands of sales agents, distributors, producers, financiers, talent agencies, entertainment attorneys and other industry professionals to join the Stage 32 Screenings platform.

We now have nearly 4,000 professionals who have been invited to join Stage 32 Screenings, watch the films and, if they desire, to connect with these talented filmmakers.

At the moment, Stage 32 Screenings is accepting films that were official selections of the following festivals: SXSW, Tribeca, Telluride MountainFilm, Vail and the BFI Flare: London LGBTIQ+ Film Festival. If you know of anyone who had a film selected to these festivals and were impacted by the cancellation or postponement of their live screening, please have them submit their film at www.stage32.com/screenings

Filmmakers had the choice of choosing a public screening available to all who would like to view, or a private screening to only our roster of executives and professionals. If you would like to watch the public screenings and show your support, click here