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INDUSTRY COMPANIES
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The Gersh Agency 41 Madison Ave., 33rd Floor New York, NY 10010 232 N. Canon Drive Phone: (212) 997-1818, (310) 274-6611 Contacts: David Gersh, partner- Richard Arlook, head of lit department; David Koppie, agent Recent pics: "The Station Agent," "Stander" and "Dead Birds" Advice: Filmmakers may invite agents to view their work at local theaters and film festivals. |
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Global Cinema Group 9229 Sunset Blvd., #215 Los Angeles, CA 90069 Phone: (310) 443-7788 Contacts: Peter Elson, prexy; Mark Huljich; senior VP Biz: Worldwide sales and distribution. Recent pics: "High Tide," "Therese Raquin," "The White Countess" Advice: Contact by phone with completed films or fully packaged and financed films. |
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The Global Film Initiative 200 Varick St., Suite 500A New York, NY 10014 Phone: (212) 206-7790 Contacts: Holly Ornstein Carter, executive director; Nicky Combs, associate director of programs Biz: Each calendar year, Initiative provides post-production completion grants of $10,000 for up to 10 films that are being made in a developing country. Recent pics: "Whisky," "Hollow City" Advice: Email us. |
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GreeneStreet Films/ GreeneStreet Films Intl.
9 Desbrosses St., 2nd Floor Phone: (212) 609-9000 Contacts: John Penotti, prexy, and founding partner; Vicki Cherkas, head of business affairs and new ventures; Tim Williams, head of production Biz: New York-based independent finance and production company offering a slate of commercial and arthouse films with budgets ranging from $2 million-$25 million. GreeneStreet Film Intl. handles sales and distribution of select product. Recent pics: "Yes," "Slow Burn," "Romance and Cigarettes" Advice: Contact us via agent (or other representative). No unsolicited scripts, please. |
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Grosvenor Park Media 53-54 Grosvenor St. London, W1 K 3HU, U.K. Phone: +44-20-7529-2500 Contacts: Don Starr, chairman-CEO; Dan Taylor, managing director; Colin Leventhal, consultant Biz: Film financing and co-production. Recent pics: "Being Julia," "Trauma," "The Purifiers" Advice: Interested in projects with a developed script and budget, and director and cast attached. |
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Grupo Pi Av. Cardenal Herrera Oria, 65 Edif.: Guadalcanal. 21 A 28034 Madrid, Spain Phone: +34-91-334-0141 Contacts: Geraldine Gonard, sales director; Laura Minarro, Sergio Ramos, sales execs Biz: Association of Spanish production companies; distributes titles from BocaBoca Producciones, Cartel, Globomedia, Video Mercury Films, Fernando Colomo, et al. Recent pics: "Things That Make Life Worth Living," "Fourth Floor," "They Watch Us" |
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Hannibal Pictures 8265 Sunset Blvd., Suite 107 West Hollywood, CA 90046 Phone: (323) 848-2945 Contacts: Richard Rionda Del Castro, chairman-CEO; Patricia Rionda Del Castro, prexy; Mathilde Aupetit, director of sales and marketing Biz: Finances, produces and distributes with budgets from $5 million-$30 million. Advice: We are not seeking or accepting any new material. The only exception would be a high-profile project with equity or a strong cast attached that is looking to complete the distribution or financing structure. |
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HanWay Films 24 Hanway St. London, W1T 1 UH, U.K. Phone: +44-20-7290-0750 Contacts: Tim Haslam, CEO; Alex Walton, director of sales; Jonathan Lynch-Staunton, director of marketing and distribution Biz: Arranges financing, worldwide sales and marketing. Recent pics: "Tideland," "Don't Come Knocking," "Woody Allen Summer Project" Advice: Contact Matthew Baker, head of acquisitions and submissions |
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Hart Sharp Entertainment 575 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY 10012 Phone: (212) 475-7555 Contacts: John Hart and Jeff Sharp, principals; Nina Wolarsky, director of development Biz: An independent film company that finances and produces feature films. Recent pics: "A Home at the End of the World," "P.S.," "Proof" Advice: We don't accept unsolicited material. |
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Hdnet Films 145 Ave. of the Americas, 7th Floor New York, NY 10013 Phone: (212) 255-0626 Contacts: Jason Kliot, Joana Vicente, coprexys; Will Battersby, head of development Biz: Production company finances and produces eight features and documentaries a year on high-def digital video with a budget cap of $2 million. Recent pics: "Black Magic," "Over the Mountains" Advice: Send a synopsis of finished screenplays only, with director and producer bios. |
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Hollywood Wizard 4629 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite A Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 Phone: (818) 461-9349 Contacts: Tony Kandah, prexy Biz: Production, international sales, U.S. video distribution. Recent pics: "11:11," "1000 Bullets," "Starforce" Advice: Send via email producer and director information with resumes, a brief synopsis of the script, cast list, amount of money raised so far and what you are looking for. Please do not send or e-mail us scripts until we ask you to do so. |
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Icon Entertainment Intl. The Quadrangle 180 Wardour St. London, W15 8FX, U.K. Phone: +44-207-494-8100 Contacts: Nick Hill, CEO; Andy Mayson, COO; Peter Naish, head of international distribution Biz: Company is involved in the development, financing, producing and distribution of feature films and TV programming; budget $5 million to $100 million. Recent pics: "The Passion of the Christ," "What Women Want," "On a Clear Day" Advice: Contact Toby Hill, acquisitions coordinator, or Martha Coleman, head of development |
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IFC FILMS 11 Penn Plaza, 15th Floor New York, NY 10001 Phone: (646) 273-7200 Contacts: Caroline Kaplan, senior VP of production and acquisitions; Sarah Lash, director of acquisitions; Holly Becker, director of production and development Biz: Finances, produces and distributes feature films. Recent pics: "The Ballad of Jack and Rose," "The Baxter," "American Gun" |
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IFDC 1901 Ave. of the Stars, Suite 930 Los Angeles, CA 90067 Phone: (310) 788-2803 Contacts: Jerome Bliah, prexy Biz: Raises financing for feature films with U.S. theatrical distribution and provides consultation services for independent producers, advising on international viability. Recent pics: "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind," "House of Sand and Fog," "Basic" Advice: Filmmakers are encouraged to contact us if in need of a consultancy firm with diverse international distribution and financing expertise and/or in need of financing for films that already have U.S. theatrical distribution in place. |
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IFM World Releasing
1328 E. Palmer Ave. Phone: (818) 243-4976 |
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Imageworks Film & Video Production
P.O. Box 23 Phone: +27-11-708 2182 Recent pics: "Night Hunters," "Wild Quest," "Forever Africa" |
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Imagi Services (USA)
15760 Ventura Blvd., Suite 823 Phone: (818) 986-3988 Contacts: Thomas K. Gray, prexy-CEO; Galen Walker, executive VP-COO; Michael J. Arnold, foreign sales manager Advice: We do not accept unsolicited material. |
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The Imaginarium 1st Floor, Glenmain Building 359A Main Road Sea Point, Cape Town 8005, South Africa Phone: +27-21-434-2851 Contacts: Chris Roland, CEO-producer; lzidore Codron, CFO-producer Biz: South Africa's leader in international productions, co-prods and co-financing. Recent pics: "Hotel Rwanda," "Man to Man," " The Bone Snatcher" Advice: Contact via email. |
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Independent Film Financing 119 Spadina Ave., Suite 304 Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2L1, Canada Phone: (416) 598-3270 Contacts: Laura Polley, prexy; Vanessa Steinmetz, managing director Biz: Offers access to gap and interim production financing, expert co-production consulting and tax credit administration services, and financing of domestic and international tax incentives. Advice: Contact us once you have a budget and a portion of confirmed financing. |
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Infinity Media
8000 Sunset Blvd., Suite B310 Phone: (323) 848-8966 Contacts: Michael Ohoven, CEO; William Recent pics: "Alexander," "Aviator" Vince, prexy; Rob Merilees, producer Biz: Motion picture development, production and financing. Budgets range from $5 million to $25 million. Recent pics: "The Snow Walker," "Saved!," "Mr. Ripley's Return" Advice: We work directly with top talent agencies in both Los Angeles and New York; no unsolicited material, please. |
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Initial Entertainment Group
3000 W. Olympic Blvd., Suite 1550 Phone: (310) 315-1722 |
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Intl. Creative Management
8942 Wilshire Blvd. Phone: (310) 550-4000 Contacts: Jeffrey Berg, chairman-CEO; Bart Walker, head of Gotham motion picture department; Shaun Redick, agent, motion pictures-international operations Biz: Feature film packaging, arranging and negotiating financing, negotiating distribution deals territory by territory globally. Specializes in negotiating North American distribution deals. Recent pics: "Lost in Translation," "Thirteen," "Running Scared" Advice: Fax or call us; referrals are acceptable. |
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Intl. Film Guarantors
10940 Wilshire Blvd., #2014 Phone: (310) 208-4500 Contacts: Steve Mangel, prexy-COO; Joan Weidman, prexy of production Biz: Motion picture completion guarantee services. Recent pics: "Alexander," "Aviator" Advice: Filmmakers should review the FAQ section of our website. |
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Isabella Films
Keizersgracht 203 Phone: +31-20-422-7964 Biz: Company focus lies on the production of feature films. Recent pics: "South," "Dogville," "Sea of Silence" Advice: Send an email to Saskia Schoneveld at saskiasch@isabellafilms.com Surfview Reminder: Ask for
permission before sending anything. No unsolicited materials
accepted. |
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ITVS
501 York St. Phone: (415) 356-8383 Contacts: Claire Aguilar, director of programming; Mary Ann Thyken, director of production; Jim Sommers, director of broadcast and communications Biz: Funds and presents documentaries and dramas on public television, innovative new media projects on the Web and the weekly series "Independent Lens" on PBS. Recent pics: "Brother to Brother," "Imelda," "The Weather Underground" Advice: For producers seeking funding, please consult guidelines at www.itvs.org |
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JP Morgan Securities 1999 Ave. of the Stars, Suite 2700 Los Angeles, CA 90067 Phone: (310) 860-7000 Contacts: P. Clark Hallren, VP/manager; David Shaheen, Christa Thomas, VPs/team leaders. Biz: Concentrates exclusively on corporate finance solutions for film and television production companies. Advice: Have a well thought-out business plan prior to the initial meeting. |
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Jujitsu Films
1612 1/2 W. Lake St. Phone: (612) 824-7184 Contacts: John Shulman, Jeanne-Marie Almonor, Jim Hilbert Biz: Jujitsu was established to make independent films with a social purpose. Recent pics: "Justice" Advice: If you want to make independent films with a civil rights message, contact us. |
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Katapult Film Sales 2218 Main St., 2nd Floor Santa Monica, CA 90405 Phone: (310) 399-2080 Contacts: Thomas Mai, managing partner/sales agent; Joni Sighvatsson, partner; David Jourdan, office manager/sales agent Biz: Pursues projects with elements known in worldwide markets. Recent pics: "A Little Trip to Heaven," "Black Book," "Bush's Brain" Advice: Send DVD of film or script with director's reel. |
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Kathy Morgan Intl. 12250 Sky Lane Los Angeles, CA 90049 Phone: (310) 472-6300 Contacts: Kathy Morgan, prexy; Kimberly Fox, director of international sales Biz: Specializes in international sales, distribution, finance and marketing of motion pictures. Recent pics: "Raise Your Voice," "A Love Song for Bobby Long," "The Butterfly Effect" |
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Landscape Entertainment 9465 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 308 Beverly Hills, CA 90212 Phone: (310) 248-6200 Contacts: Bob Cooper, chairman; Karen Lunder, senior VP, features; Barbara Wall, head of TV series Biz: Features, TV series, TV movies. Recent pics: "Sleepover," "Medical Investigation" (NBC series) |
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Law Offices of Greg S. Bernstein Phone: (310) 247-2790 Contacts: Greg S. Bernstein, entertainment attorney Biz: Legal services, producer representative. Recent pics: "Monster," "Pretty Persuasion," "Havoc" Advice: Be realistic. Surfview Reminder: Ask for
permission before sending anything. No unsolicited materials
accepted. |
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Lee Daniels Entertainment 39 W. 131st St., Suite 2 New York, NY 10037 Phone: (646) 548-0930 Contacts: Lisa Corets, senior VP of production; Dave Robinson, CFO/head of sales; Doreen S. Oliver, VP development Biz: A f ull-service boutique film studio that finances, produces and distributes. Recent pics: "Monster's Ball," "The Woodsman," "Shadowboxer" Advice: Visit our Web site to learn more about submitting material to us. Surfview Reminder: Ask for
permission before sending anything. No unsolicited materials
accepted. |
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Lions Gate Entertainment 2700 Colorado Ave., Suite 200 Santa Monica, CA 90404 Phone: (310) 449-9200 Contacts: Michael Paseornek, prexy of production; John Sacchi, Jonathan Ruiz, VPs production Biz: Fully finances and co-finances up to 12 productions each year with budgets ranging from $5 million to $25 million, varying from commercial genre to arthouse fare. Recent pics: "The Punisher," "The Cookout," "Fierce People" Advice: We prefer finished screenplays, but will develop genre material from pitch. |
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Lightning Entertainment
301 Arizona Ave., 4th Floor Phone: (310) 255-7999 Contacts: Richard S. Guardian and Rich Goldberg, co-prexys; Joseph Dickstein, VP of acquisitions Biz: International sales representation, presales, co-production of feature-length documentaries and product with strong commercial value in ancillary markets. Recent pics: "Lightning in a Bottle" "Nicotina" "Perfect Opposites" Advice: Come to us with credible references and production credits that may include feature film, television, musicvideos, commercials, etc., and a project with attachments including finance, director or cast; the more the better. Surfview Reminder: Ask for
permission before sending anything. No unsolicited materials
accepted. |
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The Little Film Co. 12930 Ventura Blvd., #822 Studio City, CA 91604 Phone: (818) 762-6999 Contacts: Robbie Little, Ellen Little, co-prexy Biz: Executive produces, packages and provides international and domestic sales for independent films with budgets generally between $5 million and $15 million. Recent pics: "Tsotsi," "An American Haunting" Advice: Email us. |
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Little L.A. Prods. Old City Hospital Complex 2 Portswood Road, Block H Green Point 8051, Cape Town, South Africa Phone: +27-21-421-3630 Contacts: Rafiq Samsodien, Joel Prince, producers Biz: Television and film production house. Budgets from $5 million up. Recent pics: "Scooter Riders," "Papwa the Unknown South African Golfing Legend" Advice: Call or email us. |
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Lolafilms Velazquez 12, 7th floor Madrid, Spain Phone: +34-91-436-7400 Contacts: Andres Vicente Gomez, CEO; Marta Artica, development Biz: Develops, produces and distributes projects. Advice: Send query letter with short summary of project, talent involved (if any attached) and an estimated budget.
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Lucid Logic Productions
Phone: 608.310.6050 Fax: 608.310.6051 Email: films@LucidLogicProductions.com Web site: www.LucidLogicProductions.com Contact: Joshua Garity, President Types of business: Film Production, Financing Type of finance: All kinds Types of projects sought: We seek fresh, well-written projects driven by visionary filmmakers with budgets between $500,000 and $15 million in a variety of genres: thrillers, comedies, dramas that are entertaining and accessible to large audiences domestically and internationally. Must have talent and/or director with some finance elements already in place. Advice: Submit one-to-three-page synopsis of finished scripts and details of elements in place via fax or email. Send it...we'll take a look. Projects in the works: Alabaster, Sadie Zero... Surfview Reminder: Ask for permission before
sending anything. No unsolicited materials accepted. |
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