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| 3am Pictures Phone: 626-285-0005 Fax: 309-416-8924 Email: info@3ampictures.com Web site: http://www.3ampictures.com Contact: Kenneth Lee Types of business: Film Production, Post-Production, New Media Type of finance: Private Equity and Pre-sales Types of projects sought: We seek fresh, well-written projects driven by visionary filmmakers with budgets between $500,000 and $5 million in a variety of genres: thrillers, comedies, dramas that are entertaining and accessible to large audiences domestically and internationally Advice: Submit one-to-three-page synopsis of finished scripts and details of elements in place via fax or email Projects in the works: "442nd" Surfview Reminder: Ask
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| Aegis Entertainment Group 7510 Sunset Blvd., Suite 275 Los Angeles, CA 90046 Phone: (323) 848-7977 Fax: (323) 848-7989 Email: Toodiva@sbcglobal.net Contacts: Arianna Eisenberg-Ravid, Donald C. Rogers Biz: Produces medium to high budget $30 million-$100 million-plus pictures. Recent pics: "Shamrock Boy," "Black Jacques," "Raven" Advice: We are interested in dramas and action/thrillers, but do not accept unsolicited material unless submitted through agents. |
| Akin, Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld 2029 Century Park East, Suite 2400 Los Angeles, CA 90066 Phone/lax: (310) 229-1000 Contacts: John Burke, Steven Fayne, Marissa J. Roman, Stephen Saltzman, partners Biz: Provides legal representation in all aspects of film and television projects, including tax-advantaged financing, subsidies, co-financing and co-production arrangements around the world. Recent pics: "Ask the Dust," "Hostage," "Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow" Advice: Call or email us. Indie producers must have a financing plan in place; we do not shop projects. |
| Alta Produccion Cuesta de San Vicente, 4 28008 Madrid, Spain Phone: +34-91-542-2702 Contacts: Belen Bemuy, executive producer, Carlo D'Ursi, assistant to executive producer Biz: Co-produces films in Europe and Latin America with budgets up to Euros 3.5 million ($4.23 million). Recent pics: "Rencor," "Triple Agent," "re doy mis ojos" (Take My Eyes) |
| Amaze Film & Television 16 Pardee Ave., Suite 103 Toronto, Ontario, M6K 3H5 Canada Phone: (416) 588-7839 Contacts: Michael Souther, Teza Lawrence, producers; Kirsta Teague, development executive Biz: Produces commercially driven stories for film and TV in a variety of budget ranges. Company seeks co-productions and can access Canuck tax and investment incentives. Recent pics: "Saint Ralph," "Patti" Advice: Email us. |
| American World Pictures 6355 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Suite 428 Woodland Hills, CA 91367 Phone: (818) 715-1480 Contacts: Mark L. Lester, prexy; Dana Dubovsky, prexy of production; Terese Linden Kohn, executive VP of distribution Biz: AWPs acquired pictures include a broad range of genres and styles. Recent pics: 'The 24th Day," "The Picture of Dorian Gray," "Shut Up and Kiss Me" Advice: Call us - we would love to hear from you. |
| Anonymous Content 8522 National Blvd., Suite 101 Culver City, CA 90232 Phone: (310) 558-3667 Contacts: Steve Golin, producer; Alix Madigan, head of features; Chad Hamilton, VP Biz: A multimedia development, production and talent management company. Recent pics: "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind," "50 First Dates," "Nurse Betty" Advice: Submissions must go through agents and managers. |
| Antidote Intl. Films 200 Varick St., Suite 502 New York, NY 10014 Phone: (646) 486-4344 Contacts: Jeffrey Levy-Hinte, producer; Vanessa Guest, head of development Biz: Produces American feature films by writer-directors with distinct voices. Budgets usually are under $10 million. Recent pics: "Thirteen," "Mysterious Skin," "Laurel Canyon" Advice: We accept submissions from agents, managers, attorneys and producers; no unsolicited submissions, please. |
| Archer Entertainment 140 W. 22nd St., Suite 78 New York, NY 10011 Phone: (212) 741-2200 Contacts: Laird Adamson, Jill Footlick, Rachel Peters, producers Biz: Development and production of feature film and TV; production services, one day to full production schedules; co-productions. Recent pics: "Nola," "The Warrior Class" Advice: We are not accepting unsolicited submissions. Please send any queries via fax. |
| Arclight Films 6422 Deep Dell Place Los Angeles, CA 90068 Phone: (323) 464-8351 Contacts: Gary Hamilton, managing director; Nicolas Chartier, U.S. office; Lina Marrone, Toronto office Biz: Foreign sales, co-productions, co-financing $3 million-$5 million Recent pics: "Lord of the War," "Head in the Clouds," "New Police Story" Advice: We are looking for commercial projects with a director and/or actor attached. |
| Artists' Colony 256 S. Robertson Blvd., Suite 1500 Los Angeles, CA 90048 Phone: (310) 720-8300 Contacts: Lloyd A. Silverman, CEO; Tod Stein, VP of development; Steve Grill, N.Y.based creative executive Biz: Looks to finance and produce compelling, thought-provoking stories that challenge the traditional studio model. Recent pics: "12," "Solid Ones," "Snow Falling on Cedars" Advice: We welcome submissions on projects with creative elements attached. |
| Ascendant Pictures 9350 Civic Center Drive, Suite 110 Beverly Hills, CA 90210 Phone: (310) 288-4600 Contacts: Chris Roberts, founder/co-CEO; Christopher Eberts, founder/co-CEO; Kia Jam, founder/chief operating officer Biz: Film development, production and finance company with a financing relationship with VIP Medienfonds Film & Entertainment. Seeks full or partial investment opportunities in smart, commercial projects in the $15 million-$50 million range. Recent pics: "The Jacket," "Edison," "The Big White" Advice: We are interested only in commercially viable projects that have significant elements already attached.
Serious inquiries only; please. |
| Asia Entertainment Finance Associates
Level 25, Bank of China Tower Phone: +852-2251-1675 Contacts: Peter Anshin, prexy Biz: Arranges production, finance and distribution of Asian film projects. |
| The Asylum 6671 Sunset Blvd., Bldg. 1593 Hollywood, CA 90028 Phone: (323) 463-6575 Contacts: Sherri Strain, international sales; David Rimawi, acquisitions; David Latt, production Biz: Production and distribution company with a U.S. homevideo label and international distribution. Company specializes in horror/thriller titles with budgets under $1 million. Recent pics: "Evil Eyes," "Bloody Bill," "El Intermedio" Advice: Email David Latt ( latt@asylum.cc
) with a short pitch before sending scripts. |
| Atlantic Streamline 1323 Third St. Santa Monica, CA 90401 Phone: (310) 319-9366 Contacts: Marco Weber, prexy-CEO; Hubert Hagg, biz development; Vanessa Coffman, production Biz: First-look co-financing deal with MGM/UA. Recent pics: Igby Goes Down," "The Thirteenth Floor" Advice: We do not accept unsolicited material. |
| Atomic Prods. 57 Brommersvlei Road, Constantia, 7806 Cape Town, South Africa Phone: +27-21-794-2286 Contact: Fiona Tudor Price Biz: Factual production company making one-hour documentaries, series and shorts. Provides funding and production assistance for Southern African independents. Recent pics: "Born Too Soon," "Techno Challenge," "The Elephant Army" Advice: Send one-page proposals via email. |
| Aurora Entertainment 9454 Wilshire Blvd., Suite M-1 1 Beverly Hills, CA 90212 Phone: (310) 858-1005 Contacts: Anatoly Fradis, prexy; Erin Morris, executive assistant, development, Jeff Ratner, VP finances Biz: Finances and produces motion pictures with budgets up to $10 million. Manages a $50 million Eastern European Equity film financing fund. Can provide equity financing for up to 50% of the budget (up to $5 million). Projects should be pre-packaged with stars and director attached plus 50% of financing in place. Recent pics: "Return of the Living Dead 5: Rave From the Grave," "Masked and Anonymous," "Business for Pleasure" Advice: Send in your packages via legal representative or agent. |
| Bank of America 9 W 57th St. New York, NY 10019 Phone: (212) 933-2184 Contacts: Sharon Hawkins, principal; Rick Thompson, senior associate Biz: BofA provides financing for independent production companies and studios. |
| Barnholtz Entertainment 34133 Mulholland Highway Malibu, CA 90265 Phone: (818) 879-6500 Contacts: Melvin Butters, director of acquisitions; Barry Barnholtz, CEO; Matt Cunningham, director of development Biz: Acquire films for distribution through our deals (Lions Gate, First Look, Imagine, MTI). Produce films, put up finishing funds. Recent pics: "The Shaft," "Dracula's Curse," "Drug Wars" Advice: Fax or email will get faster response. |
| Bauer Martinez Studios 801 W. Bay Drive, Suite 800 Largo, FL 33770 Phone: (727) 582-9939 Contacts: Philippe Martinez, CEO; Karinne Behr, COO; Shirley Bester, VP of international distributions Biz: A world distributor of theatrically driven films with budgets ranging from $5 million to $20 million. Production subsidiary Lucky 7 Prods. is based in London and specializes in European co-productions. Recent pics: "Wake of Death," "The Defender," "Modigliani" Advice: Contact us via email or snail mail. |
| Bavaria Media Bavariafilmplatz 8 82031 Geiselgasteig, Germany Phone: +49-89-6499-2686 Contacts: Michael Weber, managing director; Thorsten Schaumann, head of sales; Thorsten Ritter, head of marketing Biz: Distributes a broad spectrum of quality arthouse films on the global market. Recent pics: "Head On," "Lost Embrace, "Whisky" Advice: Email, call and/or fax us. |
| BBC Films 1 Mortimer St. London, W1 T 3JA, U.K. Phone +44-20-7765-0251 Contacts: David Thompson, head of BBC Films; Tracey Scoffield, head of development/executive producer; Jane Wright, head of rights and commercial affairs Biz: Develops, co-produces, sells and funds features for theatrical release and TV transmission. Recent pics: "Dirty Pretty Things," "The Mother," "Sylvia" Advice: Send hard-copy scripts, treatments or proposals to the above address. |
| Bespoke (UKFS) Films 7 Marlborough Place Brighton, BN1 1 UB, U.K. Phone: +44-1273-690285 Contacts: Antony Blakey, managing director; Robert Sidaway, international production; Kim Leggatt, producer Biz: Worldwide network of production and finance companies that fund and produce independent movies. In 2003-04, UKFS financed 15 movies, with budgets ranging from $2 million to $15 mil, and co-produced four. UKFS offers 30% funding for each project, via a mix of sale/leaseback and equity. Recent pics: "Nouvelle France," "School for Seduction," "Modigliani" Advice: Submissions to include screenplay, synopsis, present budget and producers proposed finance plan and cast. |
| Beyond Intl. 22 Newman St. London, W1 T 1 PH, U.K. Phone: +44-20-7636-9613 Contacts: Hilary Davis, head of sales and acquisitions; Stephen Kelliher, senior executive, sales and acquisitions; Nick Kilcoyne, assistant sales and acquisitions Biz: Beyond Films is an international sales agent representing projects with budgets of minimum $3 million and upward. Recent pics: "A Good Woman," "Oyster Farmer," "Cold & Dark" Advice: We choose only those scripts that we believe we can sell in the international marketplace. |
| Bob Yari Prods. 10850 Wilshire Blvd., 6th Floor Los Angeles, CA 90024 Phone: (310) 689-1694 Contacts: Bob Yari, producer-partner; Neil Sacker, chief operating officer Biz: The fourth company in the Yari Film Group, led by Bob Yari, BYP is a non-exclusive discretionary fund used to finance films with a budget range of $5 million to $50 million per project. Recent pics: "House of D," "Find Me Guilty," "Nightwatchman" Advice: We don't accept unsolicited submissions. |
| Bollywoodnetwork.com
Plot # 56, Castle House, flat #13 Email: bn@bollywoodnetwork.com Contact: Rajesh Latkar - writer-producer-director Biz: Bollywoodnetwork provides full servicing of international commercials and feature films; co-produces pics with international partners. Advice: Email us.
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| Burn Pictures 4328 Mammoth Ave., Suite 304 Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 Phone: (310) 864-4278 Contacts: Hiroko Hayata, VP development; Andrew Molina, producer; David M. Kelley, creative executive Biz: Produces films with crossover appeal to and from Japan, the U.S. and South America. Project budgets range from $800,000 to $3 million. Recent pics: "Emerald Cowboy," "Sumas y restas," "Long Road to Cabo" Advice: Try to attach or package the project as much as possible so that it becomes an attractive proposition. |
| Cab Films 83 Kloof St Cape Town Phone +27 21-423-7911 Contacts: Charles Gallacher, executive producer; Bruce Paynter, director; Tim Mahoney, associate producer, marketing Biz: Full-service production company that specializes in commercials, feature films and musicvideos. Advice: Email Tim Mahoney at tim@cabfilms.com |
| Capitol Films 23 Queensdale Place London, W1 1 4SQ, U.K. Phone: +44-20-7471-6000 Contacts: Jane Barclay, and Sharon Harel, managing directors; Hannah Leader, head of legal and business affairs Biz: International sales and finance company. Recent pics: "Lucky Number Sleven"' "Ask the Dust," "The Big White" Advice: Filmmakers should apply with the general outline of the package they have, including finance plan, cast and the director (when appropriate), to the attention of Damon Lane at
films@capitolfilms-com |
| CatchLight Films 42163/4 Glencoe Ave. Marina del Rey, CA 90292 Phone: (310) 827-3797 Contacts: Jeanette Volturno and Amon Manor, producers; Rick Osako, VP Biz: Develop, produce, co-produce feature films generally under $10 million. We also offer production space, accounting services, Avid rentals, production services and line produce for other independent films. Recent pics: "Break a Leg," "Heart of the Beholder," "Lesser of Three Evils" Advice: Contact us by email. |
| CAVU Pictures
630 Ninth Ave., Suite 411 Phone: (212) 246-6300 Contacts: Isil Bagdadi, prexy of distribution and marketing; Michael Sergio, founder-CEO Biz: Independent production and distribution company that finances, develops, produces, acquires and releases films. Recent pics: "The Holy Land," "West Bank Brooklyn," "Under Hellgate Bridge" Advice: Contact us via email or fax. |
| Cherry Road Films 1460 Fourth St., Suite 212 Santa Monica, CA 90401 Phone: (310) 458-6550 Contacts: Bo Hyde, CEO; Kendall Morgan, prexy; Tommaso Fiacchino, senior VP of development Biz: Works in partnership with studios and independent producers on three to five features per year. Cherry Road, which has a first-look development fund with Warner Independent Pictures, provides financing on films under $20 million. Recent pics: "Eulogy," "Mail Order Wife," "The L.A. Riots Spectacular" Advice: Filmmakers should have a feature film to show us, a script they love or a book they are passionate about. |
| Chesler/Perlmutter Prods. 15611 Ventura Blvd. Encino, CA 91436 Phone: (818) 808-0052 Contacts: Lewis Chesler, and David Perlmutter, co-CEOs; Kevin Commins, VP development Biz: Independent production company specializing in features as well as movies for cable television. Recent pics: "Touching Wild Horses," "Time of the Wolf," "Cybermutt" Advice: Please submit synopsis, preferably through a lawyer or agent. |
| Cinema Arts Entertainment 6310 San Vicente Blvd., Suite 540 Los Angeles, CA 90048 Phone: (323) 937-1085 Contacts: Pierre-Richard Muller, chairman; Keith Selin, VP Biz: Company acquires films from independent producers to represent worldwide. Also involved in co-production and finishing funds. Recent pics: "Looking Through Lillian," "I Love You Came Too Late," "The 7th Day" Advice: Email us. We tend to be more interested in projects that already have some sort of packaging. |
| Cinema Libre Studio 8328 De Soto Canoga Park, CA 91304 Phone: (818) 349-8822 Contacts: Philippe Diaz, head of production; Adam Chapnick, head of distribution; Philippe Lenglet, head of international/foreign safes Biz: Produces, co-produces, distributes and offers Post-production services. Budgets range from $300,000-$12 million. Recent pics: "L.A. Gangbangers" Advice: Submit a project synopsis (preferably through an agency) indicating significant attachments by email to
projects@cinemalibrestudio.com |
| Cinema Management Group 9056 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 204 West Hollywood, CA 90069 Phone: (310) 300-9959 Contacts: Edward Noeltner, prexy; Jill Sattinger VP business development Biz: Company acquires, licenses and distributes new international motion pictures, as well as a library of "classic" titles worldwide. CMG distributes films in the $10 million-$20 million budget range, with four to five new releases a year. Recent pics: "Hoodwinked: The True Story of Red Riding Hood," "The Peace Warrior," "Vengeance From the Deep" Advice: Send us an email or call us, provided a producer represents the project. |
| Cinemavault Releasing
175 Bloor St. E., South Tower, Suite 1011 Phone: (416) 363-6060 Contacts: Nick Stiliadis, CEO; Natalie Kampelmacher, intl. sales director; Steve Arroyave, VP/general manager Biz: Sales and distribution company handling more than 200 films. Recent pics: "Tom White," "Sexual Dependency," "Gone Dark" Advice: Contact Michael Paszt, VP acquisitions, at michaelpaszt@cinemavault.com
with a brief synopsis of the project. |
| Cinetic Media 555 W. 25th St., 4th Floor Now York, NY 10001 Phone: (212) 204-7979 Contacts: John Sloss, Micah Green, Matt Littin, founders Biz: A U.S.-based consulting firm for select film producers, financiers, distributors and related media companies. Recent pics: "Before Sunset," "Everything Is Illuminated," "P.S." Advice: For additional information, visit our Web site or contact us via email. |
| Circe's World Films 11718 Barrington Court, Suite 190 Los Angeles, CA 90049 Phone: (310) 229-5388 Contacts: Patricia L. Steffy and Roberta L. Striplin, producers Biz: Development and production of shorts and features Recent pics: "Like Michael," "Meredith," "Pool Party" Advice: Email us. |
| Civilian Content 4 Great Portland St., 4th Floor Portland House London, W1W 8QJ, U.K. Phone: +44-20-7612-0050 Contacts: Chris Auty, CEO; Neil Peplow, head of production; Joy Wong, head of sales Biz: Civilian Content's operating companies are the Works (international sales and licensing) and the Film Consortium (production financing). Company makes and sells films in the budget range of (pounds) 2 million-(pounds)15 5 million ($3.6 mil-$27 mil) and, through its joint venture with Surefire, provides development and production financing. Recent pics: "Bugs! (3-D),'' "'My Country," "My Summer of Love" Advice: Producers should approach Neil Peplow for production and production investment, and Joy Wong regarding international sales. |
| Collective Energy Old Castle Brewery 6 Beach Road Woodstock, Cape Town, South Africa Phone: +27-21-447-7265 Contact: Ian Nivison, executive producer Biz: Film production facilitation in Southern Africa Advice: Call us for a competitive and creative solution to your production requirements. |
| Comerica Entertainment 9777 Wilshire Blvd., 4th Floor Beverly Hills, CA 90212 Phone: (310) 281-2400 Contacts: Jared Underwood, manager Biz: Provides production financing for film and television for productions with budgets of $1 million and up. Recent pics: "A Home at the End of the World," "Narc," "Laws of Attraction" Advice: Loan applicants must have the following before approaching us: a sales agent attached to the project with estimates and some pre-sales; a budget, a screenplay; and a summary of the finance plan. |
| Concorde-New Horizons Corp. 11600 San Vicente Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90049 Phone: (310) 820-6733 Biz: Production and sales Recent pics: "Scorpius Gigantus," "Bloodfist 2050," "Asphalt Wars" Advice: Email or fax your submissions. |
| Constantin Film Kaiserstr. 39 80801 Munich, Germany Phone: +49-89-3860-9100 Contacts: Martin Moszkowicz, Thomas Friedl, members of the board Biz: German production and distribution company with a combination of national and international theatrical and TV production with distribution and license trading operations, TV entertainment production and home entertainment Recent pics: "The Neverending Story," "The Name of the Rose," "Resident Evil" |
| Creative Artists Agency 9830 Wilshire Blvd Beverly Hills, CA 90212 Phone: (310) 288-4545 Contacts: John Ptak, Emanuel Nunez, Rick Hess Biz: Consultation for client films and production companies, covering projects from development through delivery. Recent pics: "Laws of Attraction," "Imagining Argentina," "Sylvia" |
| Crimson Entertainment 8905 S. Cold Water Drive, Suite 185 Sandy, UT 84094 Phone: (801) 568-0880 Contacts: Mike W. Wan, producer Biz: Specializes in low-budget film production with Asian filmmakers or Asian subjects. Advice: Email us. |
| Curb Entertainment Intl. 3907 W. Alameda Ave. Burbank, CA 91505 Phone: (818) 843-8580 Contacts: Carole Curb, prexy; Wendy Reeds, executive director/head of sales; Aaron Rogers, director/head of marketing and acquisitions Biz: Worldwide film sales agent; produces features with private equity. Recent pics: "Finding Home," "Breaking Dawn," "Easy" Advice: Email with the synopsis and details of all the elements in place. |
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