The Only Actionable & Practical Resource
to Fundamentally Change the Way
Films are Financed
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
THERE'S A BETTER WAY
FILM VALUES addresses the problem on everyone's minds; how to tackle the problems facing the business of filmed entertainment.
The book was written during the strikes of 2023 and released to immediate acclaim.
The course is an evolution of the book with deeper and up-to-date resources.
THE FIRST TO MERGE IMPACT INVESTING WITH THE FILM INDUSTRY
Discover the Secrets of Profitable Film Investing While You Do Good for Others
The business of movie making has always been somewhat elusive; the equivalent of grabbing a tiger by the tail. And that is because it is an art form which is highly subjective, and the finances are different for every single project (by design). Make no mistake, show business is business first. Every film is the equivalent of a start up business. As such, why should said business be excused from corporate expectations of social responsibility? There is no reason why films should not be utilizing and leveraging the importance of Impact Investing, which has taken off in every other sector across the globe in the past two decades. Quite honestly, if the independent film industry were to embrace this, it could very well be the thing that fixes Hollywood’s suffering business model.
* HOW THE FILM INDUSTRY WORKS (AND DOESN'T)
* THE CURRENT DISRUPTION EQUALS VALUABLE OPPORTUNITY
* THE VALUE OF OUR STORIES
* HOW TO IDENTIFY PROJECTS
* HOW TO STRUCTURE THE FINANCE DEAL
* WHAT ASPECTS OF GLOBAL IMPACT INVESTING CAN BE USED IN FILM INVESTING
* SAMPLES AND STORIES THROUGHOUT
WHO IS VALUES FOR
Values is an exploration about adjusting the Hollywood business model for the betterment of the global community and at the same time showing investors how to be a part of a highly profitable industry that is in dire need of a new plan. When you are finished, you will have the foundation to move forward on your terms, with the knowledge of what is possible.
Whether you’re an investor looking for alternative diversification or you are already familiar with film investing, this book lays out practical actionable steps to make a handsome return on your investment while at the same time being part of projects that “walk the talk” and give back to communities around the world. Filmmakers will find useful ways to pitch their projects, craft their narratives and talk to investors.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Author Laurie Ashbourne is a Producer and Screenwriter who has been instrumental in dozens of produced films that have earned billions of dollars at the box office. She also has a strong foundation in the documentary world, Fortune 500, and nonprofit sectors, with a demonstrated value in crafting stories that not only are entertaining and deserve to be told, but also deliver tremendous value to the communities who connect with the subject matter.
She currently owns independent production company, LA Story Studio and its impact subsidiary, Story Ripples.
With Values, my purpose is to show what's possible when we share meaningful stories that inspire audiences to think, feel, and grow. I know that great storytelling has the power to change lives, and I'm passionate about bringing everyone together for maximum impact and return on investment.
MOVIES THAT MOVE CHANGE
Every movie is about something. And every movie can align with an issue that impacts our world without getting on a soapbox. It is that alignment that is at the core of VALUES.
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