Distribution is one of the most key moments of any entertainment deal, with key clauses meaning the difference between making profit or receiving a wide release. Whether you are securing a territory pre-sale, or closing a world-wide release, it is imperative to have strong legal counsel in your corner.
As a result of online streaming platforms and digital providers such as Netflix and Amazon, distribution is one of the fastest changing aspects of the entertainment industry. Our firm provides legal support for every type of distribution deal and our experience can help you get the best possible deal by maximizing your profits and protecting your rights. Most importantly, our firm will help you close the deal that puts your project into the wide release it deserves.
Our flat-fee, percentage, and hourly legal services often include drafting and negotiating the following:
- Sales agent/representation agreements.
- Domestic and foreign distribution agreements, including direct territory deals, theatrical distribution agreement, home video agreement, VOD, PPV, and digital rights.
- Advice on distributor reporting compliance.
- Legal opinion letters for distributor deliverables (fair use opinion letter, E&O opinion letter, title reports, copyright reports, chain of title).
Why Choose Us
- Certain clauses, such as the definition of Net Profit, can be instrumental in determining if your film is profitable. Make sure you fully understand what gets deducted from revenue before you are owed any amounts. This commonly includes P&A and other costs.
- The entertainment field is full of unscrupulous sales agents and distribution aggregators. Make sure to conduct due diligence to ensure you don’t lose any important rights.
The entertainment industry is rapidly changing, often leaving film makers overwhelmed with the potential options. Distribution deals are only further compounded by complex definitions of revenue and profit, causing many films to lose money. Our years of legal experience negotiating deals can help you obtain the best possible deal for your film.
“I never sign a distribution deal without having Andrew review it first. There have been many times where he found some terms that were not favorable to my project and was able to protect me.”
– Producer
“I worked as a sales agent for years and used DIY templates to handle most of my deals. After some legal problems, I had Andrew handle all my deals and the difference was immediately obvious. I had far less problems and earned more revenue than before as a direct result of his work.”
– Film Sales Agent
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