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16
May
How To Host Film Investor Events

How To Host Film Investor Events

The film industry is built on relationships. More specifically, the independent film industry is built on relationships with investors. But
8 min read
13
May
The 80-Year Rhythm of History

The 80-Year Rhythm of History

For filmmakers and investors navigating today's complex market, understanding generational dynamics is crucial. This second chapter explores how
5 min read
09
May
How We’re Greenlighting Films Through Producer Fund I

How We’re Greenlighting Films Through Producer Fund I

There's a massive gap in the family film market that most investors are missing. While major studios chase
7 min read
05
May
2025's Chaos Isn't Random. It's Right On Schedule.

2025's Chaos Isn't Random. It's Right On Schedule.

What feels like unprecedented chaos in 2025 actually follows a predictable pattern. For months, I had been trying to make
6 min read
28
Apr
Structuring Your Waterfall: Why "Less Risk" Isn't Always Better

Structuring Your Waterfall: Why "Less Risk" Isn't Always Better

Recently I shared a blog post about film investment structures and received some enlightening feedback that made me take another
5 min read
21
Apr
Only Oversubscribed Films Generate Profit

Only Oversubscribed Films Generate Profit

"How do you make money with independent films?" As someone who's produced multiple features and raised
3 min read
14
Apr
Does Proximity Increase Demand?

Does Proximity Increase Demand?

Theater chains sure seem to think so...
7 min read
07
Apr
Why We Invest In Stories

Why We Invest In Stories

Every transformative story exists because of two people: someone who believed it needed to be told, and someone who believed
2 min read
31
Mar
The Basics - How Indie Film Works

The Basics - How Indie Film Works

"How does independent film actually work as an investment?" After producing multiple features and helping dozens of investors
4 min read
24
Mar
How Much To Invest In An Indie Film

How Much To Invest In An Indie Film

"We need $1 million to make this movie." If you're an investor, you've heard
2 min read