A production company is responsible for physically producing new media and may also fund films. New Line Cinema is given as an example production company that could distribute a product. A film distributor, like New Line Cinema, is responsible for releasing films to the public after a waiting period from cinema release. Independent films can find sponsors or small production companies like New Line Cinema to provide funding in exchange for a portion of revenue.

1. Question 3: What kind of media institution may distribute your product and why?Group 050

2. ”A production company is a company responsible for physical production of new media” A production company may simultaneously be responsible for the funding behind a film.We have not chosen a specific famous production company. However, we feel that if we were to choose one then it would probably be ‘New Line Cinema’What does a Production Company do?

3. “A film distributor is a company or individual responsible for releasing films to the public”There is usually a ‘waiting period’ between a film is released in cinema to when it is released publicly.This waiting period is usually around 16 weeks. However it is not limited to that.Again, we have not picked a famous film distributor. However, if we did it would again have to be ‘New Line Cinema’What does a distributor do?

4. Some independent films can find a sponsor who will provide funding for the creating of the film.However this is usually in return for a portion of the revenue made from the film.However, sometimes finding a small production company can result in funding being found.How might your film be funded?