Chapter | six

Getting a Distribution Deal and What to Expect

So how do you actually go about getting distribution deals for your film? In the previous chapters, I discussed things you can do during each stage of the production process that will give your film infinitely better chances at getting distribution. So now that you’ve mastered that, how do you actually secure deals for your film and what should you expect?

As I explained in previous chapters, traditional distribution deals have become harder and harder to come by in recent years. But the good news is that, by contrast, DIY or self-distribution has become more and more accessible.

The five distribution platforms we’re going to discuss are

•  Theatrical

•  DVD

•  Broadcast

•  Video-on-demand ...

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