Tuesday 29 November 2011

Audience & Institution

Learning Objective:
To be able to indicate how film distribution works
To begin to understand the difference between the US and UK film system.

What is the purpose of a film distributor ?

- Release The Film - Cinema, Online, DVD, VHS
- Promotion - Adverts, Trailers, Posters
- Charge A Fee
- Branding
- Self Promotion

Film Distribution:
A film distribution is the link between the producer and the exhibitors. (The cinema chains, television networks); Their aim is to get as many people as possible to see the film.

They they incharge of getting the film a rating (an age certificate) which is done by the regular bodies, such as a BBFC and MPAA, arranging exhibition outlets globally and DVD/Television rights, arranging for pronts of the film.


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