Task 10 Distribution

Blog your distribution notes and do some extra research - Why is distribution key? The following will explain why.

• Intro what is film distribution?

-Film Distribution is the process of making a film available to an audience. Film distribution is key.

• What is the distributor's role?

-A Film Distributor is responsible for the marketing of a film. Sales agents often do the same role as distributors.

• What's a distribution plan?

A plan that's put together by the distributor in order to achieve his/her distribution goals.

• What's a P + A budget?

• What is the average distribution cost for a big six film?

• What does the distribution budget include?

• What is a simultaneous release?

A simultaneous release takes place when a movie is made available on many media (cinema, DVD, internet) at the same time or with very little difference in timing.

• What are some main distribution companies?

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_film_distributors_by_country

• What do you think is the link between audiences and distribution?

• Define target market audience? What's audience positioning? 

• Why is the release date crucial?

• What is self distribution?

• go to www.launchingfilms.com and have a look at the different ways a film can be released (saturated etc) and give a couple of examples