
Film Proposals Blog
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Film Proposals is here to teach you what you need to know to get your film financed quickly. It is an independent blog hosted by Melissa. On this one can find interviews, insights into film making, the film finance business, and more. The blog provides news and the latest information on Film Festivals, Investors, Contests, Grants, Prize Money, and more.
Film Proposals Blog
22h ago
No doubt, Documentary Funding is tough work. But here's the good news...You CAN raise documentary funds and it may not be as hard as you think.
Many first time filmmakers have the fantasy their documentary money will come in one big check, from one big donor or foundation. The reality is, funding often comes from many different sources.
Get the best Fundraising Tips at Documentary Funding and check out the industry's best fundraising tools ..read more
Film Proposals Blog
3d ago
Often film makers are unaware of practical tips that should be adhered to when writing your film business plan. When a film project comes together nicely, after months, if not years of hard work, it is very easy to let the excitement skew your speculative figures. Here we look at a few of the common pitfalls, some practical advice on how to avoid them and put you in the stakeholder’s shoes with some hypothetical pitches ..read more
Film Proposals Blog
1w ago
Adobe software is making an additional $5 million commitment — on top of its $6 million pledge last year — to support underrepresented creators and filmmakers in the film and TV industries. This year, the Adobe Film & TV Fund is partnering with Group Effort Initiative (GEI) to provide Adobe training courses for the next generation of filmmakers, editors and marketers. Read More: Adobe Film & TV Fund ..read more
Film Proposals Blog
2w ago
Integrity Capital Management, a leading film investment team, launched 2 years ago their $50 million INTEGRITY FILM FUND LLP. Integrity invests in a carefully in a well vetted slate of multiple films that have pre-sold distribution rights and are bonded. The current slate, open for film investment, includes Hollywood's elite talent, such as Ryan Reynolds, Steve Carell, John Krasinski, Jason Statham, Casey Affleck, Marisa Tomei, Alan Arkin, Kathy Bates and more! Learning how they evaluate films, and how their cutting edge tech and relationshiops intertwine to predict the streaming and box offi ..read more
Film Proposals Blog
2w ago
In this article, we share with you 12 ways to find film investors. First and foremost, it's important to have a solid business plan in place. This will help you communicate your vision to potential investors and show them how their investment will be used. Your business plan should include a detailed budget, a marketing plan, and a clear distribution plan. Once you have your film business plan in place, you can start reaching out to potential investors. One option is to attend film festivals and networking events, where you can meet other filmmakers and industry professionals. You can also us ..read more
Film Proposals Blog
1M ago
"The Brutalist," directed by Brady Corbet, has captivated audiences and critics alike, culminating in a Golden Globe win for Best Motion Picture – Drama 2025. Beyond its artistic achievements, the film's journey from concept to screen offers invaluable lessons in indie film financing. Read More on The Brutalist Financing & Budgeting Strategies, Using Tax Incentives and other Financing Strategies ..read more
Film Proposals Blog
1M ago
While big-budget Hollywood studios dominate the film industry, there are also many small film production companies that are making a name for themselves. These companies may not have the same financial resources, but they often have a unique vision and a passion for storytelling. Learning from successful production companies can inspire and help you found your own. Read more on A24, Annapurna Pictures, Blumhouse Productions, Neon Entertainment and more ..read more
Film Proposals Blog
1M ago
FilmProposals now offers FOUR different ways for you to complete your Movie Projections. You can DIY with our Movie Projections Template, use our custom Indie Film Database to cut days out of your research, have professional movie analysts do it for you with 10 films or have movie analysts do it with you, choosing from 20,000+ films and complete your professional Movie Projections with 20 comparable films ..read more
Film Proposals Blog
1M ago
2025 is upon us, which means the start of Film Awards Season (Golden Globes January 5 and Academy Awards March 2), and one of the BEST times to raise money for your Indie Film. Are YOUR Pitch Deck, Financial Analyses and Business Plan done so you are ready to approach investors while nominations and awards on fresh on everyone's mind? Get a head start and use our Business Plan Templates so you are ready to go! According to Stage 32, "The $5MM - $15MM movie is on a hot streak with audiences and distributors alike. Films like CODA ($10MM), MOONLIGHT ($5MM), BRUISED ($10MM) and GET OUT ($5MM) ha ..read more
Film Proposals Blog
1M ago
Read Film Financing Lessons from famous producers, such as Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorsese, Lee Daniels, Kevin Smith, Ralph Fiennes, Richard Linklater and how they got their first film financing. Film financing is a never-ending process...no matter how famous and successful and they are, successful filmmakers see film financing as an innate part of film production throughout their careers ..read more