The Complete Independent Movie Marketing Handbook

The Complete Independent Movie Marketing Handbook
- Product Details Paperback: 361 pages Publisher: Michael Wiese Productions (May 1, 2003) Language: English ISBN-10: 0941188760 ISBN-13: 978-0941188760 Product Dimensions: 1.1 x 6 x 9.5 inches Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews) Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #512,429 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) Did we miss any relevant features for this product? Tell us what we missed. Would you like to update product info, give feedback on images, or tell us about a lower price? Editorial Reviews From the Back Cover Mark Steven Bosko If you're an independent filmmaker looking for information on how to find distribution and audiences for your movies and videos, you'll find it here. This book gives street level instruction and real-world examples on how to promote, distribute and sell your productions. From landing a distribution deal and getting free media coverage to staging a low-cost premiere and selling your productions to video rental chains and through the Internet, this book is a 'must-have' for any independent film or videomaker looking to seriously sustain a career in the entertainment industry. Mark Steven Bosko, who lives in Ravenna, Ohio, has been promoting and distributing independent feature films for more than 10 years and, in addition to performing virtually every job on a film production, has worked professionally in public relations, marketing and magazine publishing. About the Author Bosko has been promoting and distributing independent feature films for more than 10 ye
- Most Helpful Customer Reviews 12 of 13 people found the following review helpful Went in a skeptic, came out a believer By Thom Harp on June 19, 2003 Format: Paperback Being a skeptic, I tested Mark's capsule exercises on a script I was preparing for the IFP Spotlight Award. The results were unnerving - I discovered buried treasure I didn't know I had within my story and eliminated an entire subplot that didn't service the STORY. Mark demystifies the concept of marketing, asking simple, direct questions. By asking "why would anyone want to see your film?" Mark goes past just marketing and addresses the issues that draw people to filmmaking in the first place. When I put the book down, I had a clear vision of the kind of filmmaker I want to be - and a great set of tools to get there. 1 Comment Was this review helpful to you? Yes No 7 of 7 people found the following review helpful Must-Have Movie Marketing Magic By Sam Lodge on June 5, 2003 Format: Paperback A lot of people throw the title "guru" around, but Bosko's the real deal. As a filmmaker, if you've ever wondered how to: get press coverage, create a media kit, find an attractive title; identify your movie's hooks, locate distributors, exploit the power of the web, get audiences and distribution and actually sell your movie or video...then GET THIS BOOK! Bosko "tells all" in an easy-to-read style that gets the creative juices flowing. No filmmaker should go anywhere near a camera without reading the hard-core, straight-up instruction and advice in this book. Comment Was this review helpful to you? Yes No 9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
- 9 of 10 people found the following review helpful Helped sell my film By Susan Schneider on June 13, 2003 Format: Paperback This book is so great! I got a copy after reading a review and it lived up to every claim. The techniques in the book's "Self-Distribution" section showed me how to set up regional sales for a film that otherwise has not made any money up until this point! I can now proudly say that my DVD is available in 17 video stores in Pennslyvania and New York thanks to the tips in this book! Get Bosko's book if you want to sell your film - it is that simple. Comment Was this review helpful to you? Yes No 7 of 8 people found the following review helpful The Title is Perfect-- It Says It All... By Bill Murray on May 1, 2003 Format: Paperback Carefully, attentively, w o r d b y w o r d, read the title of Mark Bosco's "The Complete Independent Movie Marketing Handbook- Promote, Distribute, and Sell Your Film or Video". It says it all. Trust me: trust it. Implement even a few of the suggestions in Bosco's book, and you'll save ten times, maybe a hundred times what the book cost you, and give your film a fighting chance to prosper. 'Wish I'd had this earlier. Comment Was this review helpful to you? Yes No 5 of 6 people found the following review helpful An Absolute MUST! By David Adams on May 14, 2003 Format: Paperback
- Outstanding! Mark's style of writing is so engaging, down-to-earth, and motivating --I couldn't pull myself away! I've been behind the scenes on several film projects and can't believe they had the audacity to shoot without knowing what Mark shares in this book. My highlighter is nearly empty! When it comes to marketing a project, ignorance is certainly not bliss! Mark's book is an absolute MUST HAVE if you plan to DO something with your film other than show your parents! Comment Was this review helpful to you? Yes No 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful Great book By Edy on April 7, 2011 Format: Kindle Edition Amazon Verified Purchase The book has useful information, I used it to take my first movie to a festival. I followed it's tips and I was a succes in the festival. Comment Was this review helpful to you? Yes No 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful Very Informative By Reviewer Guy on January 23, 2011 Format: Paperback Amazon Verified Purchase As an independent film maker, I have read through dozens of books pertaining to film marketing/distribution, and this one ranks in the top 3. This book REALISTICALLY guides you through the endeavors of marketing while in the world of independent films. Through the book it teaches you how to find a distributor and the best ways to pitch your film to them and it also shows you how to distribute the film yourself. What I like most that in the back of the book it features a list of INDEPENDENT FILM FRIENDLY distribution companies that you can contact after reading the book.
- See all 16 customer reviews Highly recommended for filmmakers & screenwriters alike. E. English If you are an independent filmmaker, or want to know what it takes to get a film promoted, distributed and sold, you must have this book. David Keel I can now proudly say that my DVD is available in 17 video stores in Pennslyvania and New York thanks to the tips in this book! Susan Schneider Most Helpful Customer Reviews 12 of 13 people found the following review helpful Went in a skeptic, came out a believer By Thom Harp on June 19, 2003 Format: Paperback Being a skeptic, I tested Mark's capsule exercises on a script I was preparing for the IFP Spotlight Award. The results were unnerving - I discovered buried treasure I didn't know I had within my story and eliminated an entire subplot that didn't service the STORY. Mark demystifies the concept of marketing, asking simple, direct questions. By asking "why would anyone want to see your film?" Mark goes past just marketing and addresses the issues that draw people to filmmaking in the first place. When I put the book down, I had a clear vision of the kind of filmmaker I want to be - and a great set of tools to get there. 1 Comment Was this review helpful to you? Yes No 7 of 7 people found the following review helpful Must-Have Movie Marketing Magic By Sam Lodge on June 5, 2003 Format: Paperback A lot of people throw the title "guru" around, but Bosko's the real deal. As a filmmaker, if you've ever wondered how to: get press coverage, create a media kit, find an attractive title; identify your movie's hooks, locate distributors, exploit the power of the web, get audiences and distribution and actually sell your movie or video...then GET THIS BOOK! Bosko "tells all" in an easy-to-read style that gets the creative juices flowing. No filmmaker should go anywhere near a camera without reading the hard-core, straight-up instruction and advice in this book. Comment Was this review helpful to you? Yes No 9 of 10 people
This book gives street-level instruction and real-world examples on how to promote, distribute, and sell your production.

Country	USA
Author	Mark Steven Bosko
Binding	Paperback
Brand	Brand: Michael Wiese Productions
EAN	9780941188760
ISBN	0941188760
Label	Michael Wiese Productions
Manufacturer	Michael Wiese Productions
MPN	YES1047861
NumberOfItems	1
NumberOfPages	361
PartNumber	YES1047861
PublicationDate	2003-05-01
Publisher	Michael Wiese Productions
Studio	Michael Wiese Productions
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

The Complete Independent Movie Marketing Handbook

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