The Film Finance & Distribution Podcast
Whirleybird Productions presents the Film Finance and Distribution Podcast: a deep dive into the business backbone of the cinematic world. We engage in insightful conversations with accomplished filmmakers, seasoned entertainment lawyers, and pivotal industry insiders. Our goal? To demystify the complex realms of film finance and distribution, equipping the next generation of filmmakers, producers, and cinema enthusiasts with knowledge about success stories, safe working practices, script acquisition, start-ups and running a production company, insights into sales and distribution contract pitfalls, budgeting techniques, tax benefits, funding sources, artificial intelligence and filmmaking, addressing skills shortages, the importance of training, intellectual property rights, copyright intricacies, and the art of successful collaboration.
- Update frequency
- every 12 days
- Average duration
- 46 minutes
- Episodes
- 22
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Matt Borlenghi: Producing, Ideas for Getting a TV Show Made, and Playing Lyle in Cobra Kai
🎬 In this episode of the Film Finance & Distribution Podcast, I sit down with Matt Borlenghi — an award-winning producer, writer, and actor best known as Lyle, the Pawnshop Guy in Netflix’s Cobra Kai…
Award-Winning Filmmaker Chris Maher on Film Financing, Pitching Investors, Attracting Talent & the Future of AI
My guest today is Chris Maher, an actor, producer, and investor with a background in economics and policy. After travelling the world working with major organisations, he returned to Chicago where he…
Film Distribution, Streaming Platforms, Publicists & Networking with Four Olive Productions
This week on the podcast, I’m joined by Fabian Farina and Mariano Mattei — the founders of Four Olives Productions, an award-winning indie film company based in the heart of Philadelphia.
We dive int…
How AI Is Changing Film & TV – with Eline Van Der Velden, CEO of Particle6
What happens when you move your entire production process over to AI? In this episode, we sit down with Eline Van Der Velden, Founder and CEO of award-winning AI production company Particle6, to expl…
Award-winning Cindy Mich Shares Film Festival Advice, Judging Films, and TV Transition.
We’re honoured to have a truly remarkable guest with us today—Cindy Mich! Cindy is an award-winning journalist and media personality who has made waves as both a filmmaker and the founder of the NYC-…
Filmmaker Derry Shillitto on Funding, Directing, and Securing Distribution
Welcome to today's episode! We have Derry Shillitto on the show, the writer and director behind the feature film "The Correction Unit." This psychologically thrilling and cinematic movie explores the…
Top Entertainment Lawyer Silvia Schmidt Simplifies Film Contracts
Silvia Schmidt is an experienced entertainment lawyer who will take us through the essential contracts you need for filmmaking and what to watch out for. Silvia studied Law and French at Trinity Coll…
Paul Scanlan Discusses Opening the Gates to Hollywood with his Company Legion M
Paul Scanlan is an Emmy Award-winning co-founder and CEO of Legion M the world's first fan-owned entertainment company, a pioneering endeavour that puts fans at the centre of everything they do. Legi…
Michael Guerrini on Monetising Short Films, Organising Cinema Screenings and Budgeting.
In this episode as we explore the journey of Michael Guerrini, the Founder of YOTKO Productions and YOTKO Apparel. Michael, a passionate filmmaker is on a mission to turn Perth into a new Hollywood. …
Part 2: Doron Je Paul Mitchell & Shaun Seneviratne on Distribution, The Role of The Producer, And The Future of Independent Film.
In this episode, we’re excited to welcome back Shaun Seneviratne, writer, director, and producer of the micro-budget feature film "Ben and Suzanne: A Reunion in 4 Parts," which premiered at SXSW 2024…
Filmmaker Shaun Sereviratne on Production Budgets, Marketing and Building a Community
Writer/Director/Producer
Shaun Seneviratne's raw, highly relatable debut feature, "Ben and Suzanne, A Reunion in 4 Parts," held its world premiere in the Narrative Feature Competition at SXSW 2024. I…
Opportunity to be Featured on The Show!
Whether you are an industry professional, a new or established filmmaker with compelling stories, cautionary tales, industry insights, or unique funding and distribution experiences, we invite you to…
Gareth Ellis-Unwin Academy and BAFTA Award-winning Producer, CEO of Bedlam Film Productions
Join Helen Curston for a riveting podcast episode featuring Gareth Ellis-Unwin, the acclaimed Academy and BAFTA Award-winning Producer and CEO of Bedlam Film Productions. This in-depth interview delv…
David Keating Shares Invaluable Advice on Pitching for Filmmakers.
David Keating stands out as a distinguished filmmaker, celebrated for his exceptional work in films such as 'The Last of the High Kings' and 'Wake Wood.' His contributions to cinema have not only gar…
Clare Cahill: Insights on Virtual Production, Indie Film Funding, and Navigating BFI Funding
In this engaging episode, Clare Cahill dives into her latest research areas, exploring how to revolutionize virtual production to make it more affordable for indie filmmakers. She delves into film fu…
Emily Best Talks Crowdfunding as The Successful Founder & CEO of Seed&Spark
Emily Best is a notable producer in the film industry, and the dynamic and visionary CEO and Founder of Seed&Spark, a unique platform designed to foster diversity, inclusivity, and connectivity in th…
Geraldine Moloney, Senior Advisor at the Film Distributors’ Association Takes us BTS of The Film Industry
Geraldine is a seasoned industry professional with four decades of rich experience. From her public affairs role with the Motion Picture Association in Europe to her role as a Senior Advisor for the …
Farah Abushwesha, BAFTA-nominated Film & Television Producer.
In our upcoming episode, we're thrilled to welcome BAFTA-nominated film & television producer, Farah Abushwesha. Dive deep as Farah unravels the complexities of navigating the independent film indust…
Jon Cleave, Founder of the Streaming Platform Newyonder.
Inspiring Filmmaker, and Founder of the streaming platform Newyonder, JON CLEAVE.
Jon shares knowledge and advice on pitching, carbon neutral productions and B-Corps as well as a wealth of informatio…
Elektra Yao Award-winning Immigration & Entertainment Lawyer Discusses Visas and Green Cards
Elektra Yao is an experienced, and dedicated lawyer based in New York City whose mission is to serve artists and creative professionals by helping them secure artists visas, cement their brands, and …