From all facets of a traditional raise to soft money to crowdfunding strategies, this is the place to discuss, share content and offer tips and advice regarding raising funds for a project.
Does anyone have experience or insight on Crowdfundr? We're gearing up to crowdfund, sorry, crowdSOURCE a six figure project in the fall and would like to use a platform geared towards filmmakers. But not sure if it quite has the clout yet seeing as it's so new.
Hi, this is Purnendu, a writer and debutant director. I have written and will be directing a Hindi film titled "Encounter," based on a true incident. The dialogue draft is ready, and I have actors and actresses interested in joining the project. I am currently seeking financing or funding for this f...
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And finally some good news about the UK Film Industry!
“The biggest change recently with regard to the UK being a destination for co-production has been the UK Global Screen Fund,” [MacTaggart] suggests. “That has made a real difference as it’s the first money in almost 25 years that the British syst...
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This is good news, Geoff Hall. Incentives are such a vital part of the financing process right now - qualifying for incentives can make or break your project. Happy to see the UK competing like this....
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Sam Sokolow me too, Sam. The demise of the UK Film industry started before the pandemic and I think it will take a while before we see the benefits and the evidence of a recovery. But at least we are...
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This is indeed good news. That said, the UK always had a very strong incentive in place, which is why a lot of content is being produced there. This expansion will increase the flow of productions to...
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Jeanette B. Milio thanks for chipping in to the conversation. If you stay out of London and filmed say in Bristol, that would provide you with a cheaper option. Films@59 have great post-production ser...
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Hello, beautiful people!
A straight question. I am looking for money to make a UK-based 90-minute comedy about art, mental health, friendship and gold smuggling.
I have assembled a core team, we are in the middle of location scouting, casting and other early pre-production steps. I have reached hundr...
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If you're shooting in the UK you can take advantage of the tax credits here, you may need a UK based co-producer, and maybe post in Germany where there are also good tax credits. For the rest, have yo...
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Every feature I've produced and was able to raise funding on came through relationships. Building a reputation as someone who can deliver on your promises, bringing quality, bankable material to the p...
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One strategy that sometimes works is to create a great looking trailer or short, demonstrating not only the concept but also the skills of the Director. Having something like that in your package when pitching the project can usually help.
TLDR- The Financier agrees to foot the $2.6 mil budget for the film. In pre-pro, they realize the script can't be made for less than $5 mil. The director is tasked with cutting the script, does a poor job, and the financier backs out so he doesn't lose his shirt. Now the crew is unpaid. Who is respo...
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Unless there is a clear and binding contract that says Katz was solely responsible for paying those initial crew members (which the article does not acknowledge) then it should be the film's responsib...
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In case anyone isn't aware of the EP tax incentive map, I wanted to share it as a resource: https://www.ep.com/production-incentives/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpZW......
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thanks
This is one valuable share.
This is an amazing resource, Amanda Toney! Thank you!
Definitely a great resource for comparing film tax credits jurisdictions! Amanda Toney :)
Thank you Amanda Toney
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Where do I begin?
I have this two series on https://zinemotion.com.mx/films.html
Make a list of Sci-Fi/History comps like Prey, Cowboys & Aliens, etc. Research the companies involved, figure out who financed it
A new faith-based film fund has been set up by former IM Global executive Alexandros Potter and filmmaker Yelena Popovic, behind the hugely successful 2021 drama “Man of God,” about the Greek saint Nectarios of Aegina: https://variety.com/2024/film/global/simeon-faith-film-fund-moses-the-bl......
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Fantastic! Thank you! I'm a believer! (I couldn't leave her.)
Cool Beans Amanda Toney
lol Jack
And so it came to pass, that the IFTC Bill became law and was given Royal Assent, “just in the nick of time”.
I’m not sure who will receive greater help, UK Indie Producers or International Producers of High-End TV and Film, but the Tax Credit is set at 40%.
Please share your thoughts below.
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Both. You need local talent, producers, support to make a UK film and you it helps to have US financial and distribution might - a very good combination that the government understands works very well...
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Jack Binder thanks Jack!
We have shot in the UK and found their subsidies quite reliable and helpful. However, we worked with a local UK producer to maximize them to include as many line items possible. Looking into UK companies that have obtained subsides on recent film could be advantages.
The tax credit, combined with newly built studios, presents an opportunity for independent filmmakers.
Great knowledge and advice from Jack and Jeanette here.
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I personally prefer https://www.startengine.com/ It allows you to sell microshares of your company.
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I like start engine, but we're partnering with a non-profit that helps first responders with mental health. And I don't see that being as flashy to shareholders
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Hi Ben Rood - i’m not familiar with that platform. So keep in mind when you are picking a crowd funding platform that if there are less eyeballs on it to begin with it’s going to be even harder to try...
Expand commentHi Ben Rood - i’m not familiar with that platform. So keep in mind when you are picking a crowd funding platform that if there are less eyeballs on it to begin with it’s going to be even harder to try and raise six figures. If you haven’t read our founder and CEO‘s book “Crowdsourcing for filmmakers”, I highly recommend you read it before you ever start with your crowdfunding campaign. He interviewed hundreds of filmmakers over the period of two years, and has best practices to be able to launch a successful crowdfunding campaign. It has over 100 5 star reviews.
https://www.amazon.com/Crowdsourcing-Filmmakers-American-Market-Presents/dp/1138849898
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A plug for RB's book, shocker! Haha, thanks, Amanda Toney. I own it, I've read it and I enjoyed it. His encouragement towards passionate fans before dollars, seeing as fans will be your driving force...
Expand commentA plug for RB's book, shocker! Haha, thanks, Amanda Toney. I own it, I've read it and I enjoyed it. His encouragement towards passionate fans before dollars, seeing as fans will be your driving force in the indie world is very refreshing. Crowdsourcing over Crowdfunding. We're making a movie for firefighters, much in credit to RB's and Alex Ferrari's books.
As far as the platforms go, there's a ton more people on Kickstarter, sure. But the pre-launch page on Indiegogo is just so. much. better. It's like Goliath against David without a slingshot. Kickstarter has a better track record for projects, but they don't let you include a video on your pre-launch page. And we shot a proof of concept film, and it's good. So we're going with Indiegogo to show it off and drive traffic for 3 months before we launch.
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Honored, Ben Rood. Appreciate the good words and hopeful the info and guidance is assisting in your firefighter film. It seems like a project that's a perfect fit for crowdsourcing.
If you've left a re...
Expand commentHonored, Ben Rood. Appreciate the good words and hopeful the info and guidance is assisting in your firefighter film. It seems like a project that's a perfect fit for crowdsourcing.
If you've left a review already on Amazon, thank you. If you haven't, I would love if you would take a couple of minutes to do so! Cheers, and have a fantastic Sunday.