Tuesday, August 24, 2010
FILM DISTRIBUTION SERIES - August 25, 2010
CALIFORNIA LAWYERS FOR THE ARTS IS PLEASED TO PRESENT...
"FILM DISTRIBUTION SERIES"
(This series will sell out! Walk-Ins welcome but we recommend
registering on line in advance!)
August 25, 2010 (7pm to 8:30pm): Film Series (part 1) U.S. Distribution-
Negotiating the Theatrical AgreementSpeaker: Akua Boyenne
DESCRIPTION: All too often in the independent film world, making a movie
is not nearly as difficult as securing a distribution deal. Getting
distribution is frequently more challenging than raising financing and
producing the film. Even so, many filmmakers mistakenly believe if they
make a good film, distribution will be easily obtainable. This is a huge
mistake. Distributors must feel confident that they can make a make a
solid return on their investment to cover the cost and time involved in
distributing a film. Although not necessary, having a name director or
star can improve the chances of securing distribution. Often film
festivals are used to get distribution.
• In this introductory class we will look at the various ways to
obtain U.S. film distribution as well as how to negotiate a U.S.
theatrical distribution agreement.
This workshop is Part 1 of a four-part series on film distribution.
Registration for all four workshops is encouraged but not required.
September 1, 2010 (7pm to 8:30pm): Film Series (part 2) U.S.
Distribution- Negotiating the Producer Representative Agreement
Speaker: Akua Boyenne
September 15, 2010 (7pm to 8:30pm): Film Series (part 3) Foreign
Distribution- Negotiating the Sale AgreementSpeaker: Akua Boyenne
October 27, 2010 (7pm to 8:30pm): Film Series (part 4) Self
Distribution- Exploring Alternative DistributionSpeaker: Akua Boyenne
SPEAKER: Akua Boyenne, Esq. is a graduate of Seton Hall Law School,
Tufts University and extensive programs at UCLA Entertainment Law
Studies. She is admitted to practice in California, New York and New
Jersey, is a member of the American Bar Association (Entertainment Law
Section), the Beverly Hills Bar Association (Entertainment and
Intellectual Property Section), Film Independent, Inc. and the National
Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, Inc.
WHERE: Ken Edwards Center, 1527 Fourth Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
ADMISSION: General Admission: $20, Members of CLA, Santa Monica
Residents and Co-sponsors: $10, C.L.A. Senior Citizen Members & C.L.A.
Student Members: $5
REGISTRATION: Call CLA at (310) 998-5590, email us (please include your
contactinfo and specify the workshop date(s)) at:
toyin.moses@calawyersforthearts.org
,or register online
at
http://www.calawyersforthearts.org/Default.aspx?pageId=597507
These workshops were made possible, in part, by support provided by the
California Arts Council, the Los Angeles County Arts Commission, and the
California Community Foundation.
"FILM DISTRIBUTION SERIES"
(This series will sell out! Walk-Ins welcome but we recommend
registering on line in advance!)
August 25, 2010 (7pm to 8:30pm): Film Series (part 1) U.S. Distribution-
Negotiating the Theatrical AgreementSpeaker: Akua Boyenne
DESCRIPTION: All too often in the independent film world, making a movie
is not nearly as difficult as securing a distribution deal. Getting
distribution is frequently more challenging than raising financing and
producing the film. Even so, many filmmakers mistakenly believe if they
make a good film, distribution will be easily obtainable. This is a huge
mistake. Distributors must feel confident that they can make a make a
solid return on their investment to cover the cost and time involved in
distributing a film. Although not necessary, having a name director or
star can improve the chances of securing distribution. Often film
festivals are used to get distribution.
• In this introductory class we will look at the various ways to
obtain U.S. film distribution as well as how to negotiate a U.S.
theatrical distribution agreement.
This workshop is Part 1 of a four-part series on film distribution.
Registration for all four workshops is encouraged but not required.
September 1, 2010 (7pm to 8:30pm): Film Series (part 2) U.S.
Distribution- Negotiating the Producer Representative Agreement
Speaker: Akua Boyenne
September 15, 2010 (7pm to 8:30pm): Film Series (part 3) Foreign
Distribution- Negotiating the Sale AgreementSpeaker: Akua Boyenne
October 27, 2010 (7pm to 8:30pm): Film Series (part 4) Self
Distribution- Exploring Alternative DistributionSpeaker: Akua Boyenne
SPEAKER: Akua Boyenne, Esq. is a graduate of Seton Hall Law School,
Tufts University and extensive programs at UCLA Entertainment Law
Studies. She is admitted to practice in California, New York and New
Jersey, is a member of the American Bar Association (Entertainment Law
Section), the Beverly Hills Bar Association (Entertainment and
Intellectual Property Section), Film Independent, Inc. and the National
Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, Inc.
WHERE: Ken Edwards Center, 1527 Fourth Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
ADMISSION: General Admission: $20, Members of CLA, Santa Monica
Residents and Co-sponsors: $10, C.L.A. Senior Citizen Members & C.L.A.
Student Members: $5
REGISTRATION: Call CLA at (310) 998-5590, email us (please include your
contactinfo and specify the workshop date(s)) at:
toyin.moses@calawyersforthearts.org
at
http://www.calawyersforthearts.org/Default.aspx?pageId=597507
These workshops were made possible, in part, by support provided by the
California Arts Council, the Los Angeles County Arts Commission, and the
California Community Foundation.
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