2. INTRODUCTION
Film Distributors' Association Ltd. (FDA) is the trade body for theatrical film
distributors in the UK - the companies that release films for UK cinema
audiences.
Originally established in London in 1915, FDA liaises and works with many
individuals, companies and organisations. FDA's Council, or
board, comprising a senior representative of each member
company, normally meets six times a year and considers only matters
of generic interest to film distributors.
They represent a distribution stance in regular representations to and
consultations with the UK Film Council, the government and other trade
organisations in the film industry. They are also a passionate advocate
of distributors' pivotal role in the well-being of the whole film economy.

3. DIGITAL FILM/CINEMATOGRAPHY
Digital cinematography is the process of capturing motion pictures as
digital video images, as opposed to the historical use of motion picture
film. Digital capture may occur on video tape, hard disks, flash
memory, or other media which can record digital data through the use
of a digital movie video camera or other digital video camera. As digital
technology has improved, this practice has become increasingly
common. Many mainstream Hollywood movies now are shot partly or
fully digitally.
Many vendors have brought products to market, including traditional film
camera vendors like Arri and Panavision, as well as new vendors like
RED, Silicon Imaging, Vision Research and companies which have
traditionally focused on consumer and broadcast video equipment, like
Sony and Panasonic.

4. Independent specializes in the development, financing, production and distribution of independent feature
films. Led by CEO Luc Roeg who has over twenty years experience in the film business, Independent
has a team of highly motivated and experienced professionals with expertise in project
development, production, structured finance, sales and marketing. Independent has also recently
established a UK Distribution arm. Independent most recently produced John Banville’s Booker Prize
winning novel, THE SEA which is currently in post production starring Ciarán Hinds, Charlotte
Rampling, Rufus Sewell and Sinéad Cusack. Previously, Independent have produced the Tolstoy -
based film BOXING DAY which had its World Premiere at Venice last year. In 2011 Independent have
produced the critically acclaimed adaptation of Lionel Shriver's novel WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT
KEVIN, directed by Lynne Ramsay and starring Tilda Swinton and John C. Reilly. The film had its world
premiere in competition in Cannes and won the Best British Film Award at the London Critic's Circle.
In addition to developing, producing and distributing its own content, Independent also acquires third
party rights to manage through its sales and distribution divisions. Latest titles include Roman Coppola’s
A GLIMPSE INSIDE THE MIND OF CHARLES SWAN, Sean Ellis’ Sundance Audience Award winner
METRO MANILA and Multi Award winner documentary AI WEIWEI: NEVER SORRY. The company has
an excellent network of buyers all over the world and attends all relevant markets throughout the year
showcasing highly acclaimed films.
Independent's distribution division specialises in the acquisition and distribution of content across all
media channels in the UK (theatrical, TV, DVD, digital, etc.).

5. Entertainment One, Ltd., also known as eOne, is an international entertainment
corporation operating in the United States, Canada, the
UK, Spain, Ireland, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, Australia and New
Zealand. eOne Distribution division delivers, through both physical and digital
channels, eOne’s own and third party content to over 3,000 retail partners
through its networks across Canada and the U.S. The division provides
distribution services to a wide range of content producers, including the major
Hollywood studios. eOne Films, formerly Koch-Lorber Films, acquires film
content rights and distributes these across multiple territories including
Canada, the UK, the Benelux and the United States. Distribution channels
include theatrical distribution, home entertainment through DVD/Blu-ray rental
and retail, television, and digital downloading service.

6. Established in May 1999, Studiocanal theatrical UK has established a reputation for an
innovative approach to distribution. A passion for film and commitment to creativity is
central to Studiocanal's activity in the UK market together with the desire to work
collaboratively with our filmmakers to achieve the best possible results.
Studiocanal is a subsidiary of the Canal+ Group. It is one of Europe’s leading companies in
the market for co-production, acquisition, distribution and sale of international feature
films. Studiocanal is the only studio operating simultaneously in three main territories
across Europe: France, the United Kingdom and Germany. The company distributes a
total of more than 50 films a year throughout Europe. Additionally, Studiocanal owns
one of the most important libraries in the world, with more than 5,000 international titles.

7. Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc. is the American television and film production
and distribution unit of Japanese multinational technology and media
conglomerate Sony. It is based in Culver City, California and serves as Sony's
main global film production and distribution company. Its group sales in the
fiscal year 2011 ended March 31, 2012 has been reported to be of $8.021
billion.
Throughout the years, SPE has produced, distributed, or co-distributed
successful franchises such as Spider-Man, Men in Black, Underworld, and
Resident Evil.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is a member of the Motion Picture Association of
America (MPAA)

8. Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc an American producer of film, television, and
music entertainment, one of the major film studios, it is a subsidiary of Time
Warner, with its headquarters in Burbank, California and New York. Warner
Bros. has several subsidiary companies, including Warner Bros.
Studios, Warner Bros. Pictures, Warner Bros. Interactive
Entertainment, Warner Bros. Television, Warner Bros. Animation, Warner
Home Video, New Line Cinema, TheWB.com, and DC Entertainment. Warner
owns half of The CW Television Network.
Warner Bros. is a member of the Motion Picture Association of America.