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Ingenious - financing film distribution fund

Tuesday, May 15, 2007

Film distribution is one of the most profitable yet underinvested parts of the global film industry. For investors, the fund gives diversification and exposure to the most secure revenue stream in film with an attractive risk/return profile.

A SQUARE :: 15May07 Ingenious - financing film distribution fund
Category	Financing Film Distribution
Faculty	Duncan Reid
Expertise	Entertainment related investing
Author	Sona Blessing
The economics of film distribution are very different to those of production - distribution tends to be at or near the top of the 'waterfall' when it comes to allocating income generated. There is also the scope to enter into distribution agreements for films that are nearer - or post - completion and where the prospects for commercial success of the film can be much clearer.
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