Independent Filmmakers Tackle Movie On Demand Market
Africa. Consignment is doing well with movie viewers in Australia.
But like other independent filmmakers out there I was disappointed with how the traditional distribution deals turned out when it came to getting paid. This is my “Jerry Maguire” moment. It’s close to 6 AM on a Saturday and I’m on my laptop typing away. Friday night I got into a funk after going over royalty statements.
9 times out 10 after a independent filmmaker signs a deal with a distribution company that caters to releasing small budget films without bankable stars it doesn’t pay off. You basically sell the rights to your movie for pennies on the dollar. Not to mention sweat equity and creative energy that goes unrewarded. Bottom-line most independent filmmakers don’t come close to breaking even with these type of distribution deals. It’s frustrating.
After going through
