Signed the distribution offer for Tiburon...

[ctbehrens]

Thanks all for your feedback, I decided to take the offer for the distribution of my feature Tiburon as I want to focus solely on my new projects.

The agreement is with Maxim Media International.

Chris
http://www.facebook.com/ctbehrens

 

[2001 Productions]

Good luck, Chris, and congratulations! I know another filmmaker who just got 2 features picked up by them. I'll be eager to hear how both of you make out on your deals.

 

[Zensteve]

'Grats on yer distri-deal! They've been around a good while.

 

[Morris]

Congratulations and good luck.

 

[Cracker Funk]

Congrats!

 

[rayw]

Very, VERY cool.
Congratulations.

 

[ctbehrens]

Thanks so much!

Now I have to figure out how to actually get a budget and a crew for the next project ; )

Chris

 

[directorik]

I have had three films distributed through them. Too bad you didn’t
mention them back in September when I asked. I know Darrin well.
I could have offered some advice. Glad you made a deal you are happy
with!

 

[harmonica44]

Congrats! What are the names of your movies?

 

[justinisfilming]

Congrats man! Got any trailers?

 

[ctbehrens]

Thanks, guys.

Directorik, I just wasn't sure of proper etiquette about naming distributors at that point of my negotiation. Thanks.

Here's a trailer for Tiburon...

http://youtu.be/SReoEvl5FuU?hd=1

 

[trueindie]

Congrats Chris!!! Wish you the very best!!

 

[ctbehrens]

Thanks, TrueIndie!

 

[2001 Productions]

I have had three films distributed through them.

Rik, I would be very interested in hearing about your experience with them. I am still looking for distribution for my feature. If you'd rather not elaborate, I understand.

 

[directorik]

I'm glad to offer anything that can help.

Darrin is a good guy - honest and upfront about what he can and cannot
do. His three companies change as the market changes and that has kept
him afloat for 15 years through many market changes. I remember when
he started Brain Damage in the late '90's.

They are very specific about what films they distribute and they do not pay
up front except in very rare cases. If you're looking for a big payday - this
isn't the place.

 

[2001 Productions]

Thanks, Rik! At this point, a big payday is pretty much off the table.

Several months ago, I hired a producer's rep firm called Circus Road. My manager checked them out with his Hollywood contacts, who all gave them a thumbs-up. Circus Road sent my film out to fifty distributors, all of whom passed on it. Maxim wasn't one of the fifty, but Circus Road cautioned me to beware of distributors who aren't among their contacts, as they usually had specific reasons for omitting them.

But, like I said, Maxim just picked up 2 features by another Oregon filmmaker, so the name seems to be coming up a lot lately. Hearing that you had a positive experience with them is worth a lot.