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- Extent of rights conveyed. Are MARKETS domestic and/or foreign, are they CROSS-COLLATERIZED?
- Is there a GUARANTEED marketing commitment?
- Does the PRODUCER have any input or veto power over artwork and
theater selection in the top markets
- What is the track record and financial health of the DISTRIBUTOR?
- Are monthly and quarterly ACCOUNTING statements required?
- To what extent does the distributor plan to INVOLVE the filmmakers
in promotion?
- Marketing strategy-demographics of intended market, grassroots promotion efforts, FILM FESTIVALS, etc.?
- Split of REVENUES and accounting of profits: Is there a distribution FEE? Overhead FEES?
- Distributor leverage with EXHIBITORS: Can the distributor collect monies owed?
- Any COMPETING films handled by distributor? Conflicts of interest?
- Does the Producer have the RIGHT to regain distribution rights if the distributor pulls the plug early into distribution?
- Is there personal CHEMISTRY between producer and distribution executives?
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