Properaly developing a feature film

Hello All,

Development is one, if not the most important phase of any film project. Typically, outside of the studio system this stage is poorly executed due to a lack of experience, support or financing. I believe that todays producers have risen to the challenges of our economy and are careful not to let their passion override the importance of the business. And frankly that is the ROI!

While there is no guarantee a film will become profitable, properly developing a project can mitigate some of the inherent risk involved with film investment.

Development provides a reasonable assurance a project can be produced and distributed with a realistic potential for a return on investment.

Any project presented to financiers or distributors will require detailed information presented in a professional format. A business proposal assists in presenting this crucial information so that financiers and distributors can make an informed decision.

I am very proud of the producers, business analysts, assistant directors, casting directors, associates, etc ... that have come together under one roof to properly package films.

Best,

Jean-Luc Martin
Producer, Line-Producer, UPM