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THE INTEGRITY FILM FINANCE FUND has established a remarkable track record of successful investments in the film industry, showcasing a keen ability to blend strategic financing with box office success. With a portfolio that has consistently outperformed expectations, here’s a retrospective look at their noteworthy achievements: - The spine-tingling success of "Scream (2022)" with a $24M budget resulted in a worldwide box office of $143M, exemplifying the fund’s knack for backing profitable ventures. - "Promising Young Woman (2020)" turned a modest $9M into a worldwide box office of $16M, reflecting a sharp eye for potential in unique narratives. - "Escape Room (2019)" exceeded its $9M budget manifold, garnering $155M globally and proving the fund’s expertise in identifying high-yield projects. - With a calculated investment, "Bombshell (2019)" generated a solid worldwide box office of $61M from a $32M budget, showcasing the fund’s strategic approach. - The fund’s foresight with "The Invisible Man (2020)" turned a $7M budget into an impressive $152M worldwide box office, solidifying its reputation for exceptional selections. - "Spotlight (2015)" not only shone critically but also financially, turning a $20M budget into $98M worldwide, a testament to the fund’s commitment to impactful cinema. Under the stewardship of Dr. Mitchell and with a team that includes experts like Hugh Robinson and Lauren Turton, the fund has not only achieved but often surpassed its financial goals. Their performance metrics, including an average 6.5x ROI, speak volumes about their strategic prowess in the film finance sector. As The Integrity Film Finance Fund forges ahead, it continues to offer Family Offices and accredited investors opportunities to be part of compelling stories that resonate both culturally and financially. For those interested in learning more about the fund's operations and future opportunities, visit www.integrityfilmfund.com. #FilmFinance #IntegrityFilmFund #BoxOfficeSuccess #InvestmentExcellence #StrategicFinancing #CinemaROI Lachezar Zanev, Eugene Paolo Alejandro Macalma, Takahisa Karita, Gary Lam, Cathy Tsui, Sue Phillips, Mustang Ma, Kohki Sakata, Nicholas Tubach, Bita Safari, Rosser Goodman

The High Court’s decision in Cineworld highlights a critical balance: upholding good faith agreements while allowing tenants to adapt to unforeseen financial crises. Despite prior undertakings not to renegotiate leases, Cineworld’s deteriorating financial position led the court to approve further restructuring under the pari passu principle, ensuring equal treatment of creditors. This ruling isn’t a free pass to escape prior deals but signals an opportunity for struggling companies to seek further compromises when circumstances change dramatically.  For a full breakdown, Jennifer Chappell and Laura Vasili from our Broadfield UK team share their insights here: https://lnkd.in/e6F_Weru #NavigatingComplexity #Restructuring #Dealmaking #LegalInsights

Terminator: Dark Fate’s performance at the box office didn’t meet expectations. Even though it seemed to garner a decent $261 million globally, the production costs were a hefty $185 million. When you factor in that studios only pocket about half of the gross revenue, the returns shrink significantly. https://lnkd.in/gzQPcE76 But that’s not all. The film’s promotional expenses were around the $100 million mark. Add to this the complex financing behind the scenes, and you realize that the movie had to rake in roughly $450 million just to cover costs. Falling short by about $188 million, it’s easy to see why this entry in the Terminator series is often regarded as a significant financial letdown. #Terminator #DarkFate #SciFiEpic 🚀💥

Terminator: Dark Fate’s performance at the box office didn’t meet expectations. Even though it seemed to garner a decent $261 million globally, the production costs were a hefty $185 million. When you factor in that studios only pocket about half of the gross revenue, the returns shrink significantly. https://lnkd.in/gzQPcE76 But that’s not all. The film’s promotional expenses were around the $100 million mark. Add to this the complex financing behind the scenes, and you realize that the movie had to rake in roughly $450 million just to cover costs. Falling short by about $188 million, it’s easy to see why this entry in the Terminator series is often regarded as a significant financial letdown. #Terminator #DarkFate #SciFiEpic 🚀💥

Terminator: Dark Fate’s performance at the box office didn’t meet expectations. Even though it seemed to garner a decent $261 million globally, the production costs were a hefty $185 million. When you factor in that studios only pocket about half of the gross revenue, the returns shrink significantly. https://lnkd.in/gzQPcE76 But that’s not all. The film’s promotional expenses were around the $100 million mark. Add to this the complex financing behind the scenes, and you realize that the movie had to rake in roughly $450 million just to cover costs. Falling short by about $188 million, it’s easy to see why this entry in the Terminator series is often regarded as a significant financial letdown. #Terminator #DarkFate #SciFiEpic 🚀💥

Terminator: Dark Fate’s performance at the box office didn’t meet expectations. Even though it seemed to garner a decent $261 million globally, the production costs were a hefty $185 million. When you factor in that studios only pocket about half of the gross revenue, the returns shrink significantly. https://lnkd.in/gzQPcE76 But that’s not all. The film’s promotional expenses were around the $100 million mark. Add to this the complex financing behind the scenes, and you realize that the movie had to rake in roughly $450 million just to cover costs. Falling short by about $188 million, it’s easy to see why this entry in the Terminator series is often regarded as a significant financial letdown. #Terminator #DarkFate #SciFiEpic 🚀💥

Investors I have an offer you can't refuse. We’ve secured quotes from a sales company with structured returns for our upcoming feature film: What if I told you I could get a *garunteed* (Let's rephrase that) POSSIBLE return on a €300,000 investment plus 20%, plus bonus on tiers 2 and 3. Tier 1 sales: 400k Tier 2 sales 850k Tier 3 sales 1.5 mil This does not include cinema sales! *flexible entry points* Theres obviousl risk of investing.. Of course if we make the film and its shite it is possible we can't sell it. But we are aiming to go past that 1.5 mil mark. Interested in learning more? Let's discuss how you can be part of this venture. #investment #filmfinance #producing

Listen up investors, this one’s for you! When you think of alternative investing, you probably don’t think of film… and I get it, because honestly… where would you start? But let me tell you why film is an incredibly attractive asset class compared to more traditional investments that you may be more familiar with. High Return Potential 💰 Film investments often offer significant returns. Compare this to real estate, where returns are limited by property value, and venture capital, where high returns are possible but come with high risk and long time horizons. Growth in lending within Film 📊 Private credit, including loans for film production/ debt etc, is growing! Expected to reach $2.69 trillion by 2026, private credit lending offers high returns with loan terms of 12-15 months and yields between 15-27.5%. With these percentages, some film investments provide more predictable returns that some ventures do. No Upkeep Costs 🏚️ Film investments do not require ongoing maintenance. I even sold timeshare before and that requires maintenance fees. ( Yes I was one of those guys, SMH). I've heard from a few folks who invest in real estate that often times some investment properties suck the profits out of the property from repairs or management fees. Resilience During Economic Downturns 📉 Film has survived many down turns and covid and on the recovery now. Demand for entertainment usually spikes during these times due to more people staying home, opting for other forms of entertainment other than travel and other investments. Most importantly diversification, even the smartest of smartest investors look to diverse their portfolio. Hedge against market fluctuations and other assets. I get it, it may not be as easy or well known on where the best films to invest in are, or the best way to go about it, or even how to get involved. That’s why the team at Greenlit (Techstars '24) are starting Film & Investor Nights. A curated dinner event for new and seasoned investors come together over dinner and drinks and can explore collaborations and investment opportunities in the film industry. Our goal with with Film & Investor Nights is to foster the community of investors in NYC and other cities. Creating a night of connecting, learning and getting educated about the film industry and investing within it. So if you're a real estate agent, tech investor, manage a family office, all are welcomed. We look forward to breaking bread with you. https://lu.ma/l9xs1s7n Not an investor? Share with one you may know. #FilmInvestment #AlternativeAssets #Investor #venture #realesate

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Back when movies started to add sound the consolidation of movie production companies started, leading to the Hollywood studios we all know today. Before that consolidation, agents used to work for the production companies. But, as the studios grew (and grew), movie stars lost their ability to negotiate. This led to the creation of the Hollywood agent to represent the Hollywood star. We have enormous financial services companies today. It is difficult if not impossible for the people to negotiate with them. But the equivalent to the Hollywood agent, advisors and salespeople, still work for the companies and not for people. Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows 547,000 insurance sales agents making $32 billion in annual income, 321,000 personal financial advisors making $31 billion in annual income, and 513,000 financial services sales agents making $39 billion in annual income. "We are outgunned (What?) Outmanned (What?) Outnumbered Outplanned (Buck, buck, buck, buck, buck!)" #fintech