Exhibition

Streaming

Streamers Gain More Ground

March 17, 2021 FilmTake Comments Off on Streamers Gain More Ground

Many sales agents are now positioning as wholesalers and content placement agents for streaming platforms—particularly in Europe, where there are over 450 video streaming services.

Production

The Current State of Film

February 15, 2021 FilmTake Comments Off on The Current State of Film

Film distribution and production disruptions caused by government lockdowns have accelerated many changes that were well underway in the market for years. Large programming gaps for films are emerging for traditional television networks and OTT platforms to fill.

Distribution

How Amazon Releases Films

November 20, 2019 FilmTake Comments Off on How Amazon Releases Films

Amazon Studios has relied on traditional distribution practices to foster greater collaboration with gatekeepers in Hollywood. However, after playing second fiddle to Netflix for the better part of a decade, Amazon is changing its theatrical strategy stateside.

Sony Pictures
Production

Is Sony Pictures for Sale?

June 28, 2017 FilmTake Comments Off on Is Sony Pictures for Sale?

Mismanagement of Sony’s film unit over the years has propelled the studio into a downward spiral. Sony is under pressure by investors to sell the film unit.