filmmakers independent distribution introduction

books:

43 Ways to Finance Your Feature Film, Updated Edition: A Comprehensive Analysis of Film Finance
John W. Cones

Southern Illinois University, 1998

Dictionary of Film Finance and Distribution: A Guide for Independent Filmmakers
John W. Cones

Marquette Books, 2007

A Film Dictionary that Helps Level the Playing Field -- Most film dictionaries do a good job in defining concepts associated with the technical, production or marketing aspects of the film business. However, these books typically have very little content about the business side of the movie-making business, which in turn hurts independent filmmakers when it comes to negotiating good contracts. "The large film studios and theater chains employ ...

Introduction to the Motion Picture Industry: A Guide for Filmmakers, Students & Scholars
John W. Cones

Marquette Books LLC, 2008

Many books and Web sites provide detailed histories of Hollywood and the film industry, but few provide in-depth information about how the industry really works and practical advice about how (and whether) to pursue a career in the business. This book Introduction to the Motion Picture Industry fills that void. Veteran entertainment/film attorney John W. Cones provides an authoritative description of the U.S. motion picture industry, including a ...

Film Finance & Distribution: A Dictionary of Terms

2 reviews
John W. Cones

Silman-James Press, 1992

What it is these people in the credits really do
This book really breaks it all down in terms of what the job responsibilites for film crew members are. You've seen all those titles in the head and tail credits and even if you're a seasoned professional, sometimes it's not clear what these people are actually doing. I love the way this book lays it all out there in great detail and how short and to the point it is. The introduction is a ...

43 Ways to Finance Your Feature Film: A Comprehensive Analysis of Film Finance

3 reviews
John W. Cones

Southern Illinois University Press, 2008

Every Independent Filmmaker should have this book!
I've gone through this book from cover to cover and find it invaluable. Mr. Cones is very thorough in has coverage and assessment of the different ways to finance a film. He explains securities, as well as non-securities financing on a level that is appealing to both the beginner, as well as established film makers. In addition, he explains the popular business structures and how they can benefit ...

The Feature Film Distribution Deal: A Critical Analysis of the Single Most Important Film Industry Agreement

2 reviews
John W. Cones

Southern Illinois University Press, 1996

Encyclopedia of Bad Film Studio Business Practices
If you are mystified by "Hollywood accounting," this legal expose outlines over 80 clauses commonly found in feature film distribution contracts that might be considered unconscionable or immoral, revealing the formidible odds facing the "talent" side of the industry. A thorough explanation of why there's no "net" profit, and a sobering dose of reality for any creative person who believes they ...

Hollywood Wars
John W. Cones

Marquette Books, 2007

Hollywood Wars: How Insiders Gained And Maintain Control over the Film Industry

1 review
John W. Cones

Marquette Books, 2007

A MUST read for all filmmakers and the movie-going public (parents especially)
John W. Cones book, `Hollywood Wars', is a MUST read for all independent filmmakers, aspiring filmmakers, students, and the movie-going public. The fact that high profile artists such as: Jack Nicholson, Sean Connery, James Cameron, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jane Fonda, Katharine Hepburn, Jerry Goldsmith, Marlon Brando, Mel Gibson, Frank Capra, Sigourney Weaver, Warren Beatty, Dustin Hoffman, ...