Business Plan Toolkit Reviews

by FilmProposals
(Hollywood, CA)

Business Plan Tools for Film Reviews

"I could not have raised the $1.5 million or made this film without the materials you provided!"

"Best Investment We've Done for Our Company,"

"Great Tools for writing a business plan"

"Such a Useful and Complete Information Guide"

"Crash Course in Film Financing"

"When I came across the Business Plan Tools and the Finance Guide, I felt like I could stop searching for the pot of gold...I'd found it"

Movie Investor Toolkit

We can create the best Film Investment Tools to help everyone realize their dreams, but only with your help! We love any and all feedback on our Film Investment Tools. Tell us - are you a new or experienced Filmmaker? How did you use the Business Plan information? Suggestions and feedback ALWAYS welcome!

Learn how our Movie Investor Package will help you completely rethink film financing and teach you to turn your ASK upside down into an OFFER!!!

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Jul 13, 2024
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Comprehensive and jam packed with tips and tricks.
by: Anonymous

Film Proposals has created a huge, comprehensive guide to film financing whose scope encompasses both the macro and micro aspects of the film financing process. Everything is being covered: from agreements and legal to how to seek out investors and what to tell them. Be warned, this is only for those who are ready and serious about taking brave steps onto their next film. The literature is not light reading and is for those dedicated to filmmaking.

May 13, 2024
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Excited to start
by: Anonymous

I am just starting the process, but so far everything is VERY HELPFUL!

Feb 27, 2024
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Not your traditional business plan
by: Anonymous

I have been struggling to write a business plan using traditional business plan templates. So, this toolkit was just what I needed. I also have resources to help me confidently approach investors and distributors.

Feb 19, 2024
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Quite a great and complete package
by: Steve

I am generally suspicious of 'film courses' as they seem a simple way to separate hopeful filmmakers from their precious money. However, this package of materials is quite in depth and a really great start to customizing an entire film pitch/money raise. The hard work of actually raising the money doesn't change, but this certainly helps.

Jan 12, 2024
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A novice to this industry
by: Anonymous

I recently purchased the gold package. I am a novice to the film industry looking to be involved in a slate of movies with a friend who is a director & writer. I have found the information in the FilmProposals Finance course to be very insightful. I am looking forward to sourcing adequate or even more exciting ample investment in our first movie using the tools included. Thank for offering all this information in one easy purchase and location.

Feb 15, 2023
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Take your pitch to the next level!
by: Anonymous

My producing partner and myself had a budget, schedule and a proposal that we've been using with no luck. I was looking for a more professional way to present our film project to the investors we have contacted but haven't been able to get them to pull the trigger. This tool kit allowed for me to put together a top notch business plan that really stands out now. I am so pleased with it. At this writing, we have not secured our funding but that's only because we just finished the plan to compliment our budget package. It's easy to customize and tailor to your specific needs and I highly recommend it.

Jan 07, 2023
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A great Business Template
by: Anonymous

Hi, I'm a producer/director who has purchased the Business Template and I'm using it as we speak with private investors to finance my movie. There is a lot of information that makes things clear for the investors; what type of scenarios are likely to happen and how what to expect from the process of making a movie. I really liked the Financial Projections template and it was quite easy to make it both easy to comprehend and reasonable regarding revenue expectations. I highly recommend the Film Proposals package if you want to impress your potential investors with something that looks professional and thorough. Thank you so much!

leebrandt33@yahoo.com

Oct 10, 2022
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Best thing ever created
by: Anonymous

With no business info given in film school, this course is an eye-opening godsend! The biggest issue is figuring out what to send high net worth individuals to get them interested in investing in your film, this practically gives you everything needed to do that.

Alisha M
film@alishamsquared.com

Jul 01, 2022
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Very Helpful and Resourceful Materials
by: David

Hello, I bought both Gold Toolkit and Platinum Bundle. They are a life saver! I have been able to approach some investors already, with their help and are getting good results and it is expected to get even better soon.
I will recommend these products to anyone who aspires to succeed in this field. They are indispensable and legally very instructive.

Apr 28, 2022
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Gold Package
by: Namib Film - Namibia

Thank you for the wonderful package (Gold) we purchased, it is a godsend and is making our task preparing for our pitch to investor easier.

Jan 14, 2022
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Excellent information
by: Anonymous

Very comprehensive and worthwhile.

Dec 03, 2021
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What an Amazing Resource!
by: Dori

Such an amazing resource for indie filmmakers. I'm an attorney and still found loads of value from these materials. I had some foundation established but the Platinum Bundle gave me so many more ideas to make my presentations so much better. Thank you Melissa for making these resources available!

Oct 09, 2021
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My Independent Film
by: Troy McCall, Filmmaker

I am a producer, writer, and director, currently developing an Independent feature. As we all know, getting a film off the ground can be daunting. Almost anyone can make a film these days; the industry's saturated with emerging talented filmmakers, which is great, but I think many filmmakers are forgetting certain aspects early on in the development process. We see many producers who are only business savvy, others are creative. I think the best filmmakers are the ones who can have a bit of both are the ones who break-though. We don't need to be accountants, but understanding the industry and how it operates is very important to the craft of Independent filmmaking. Film Proposals, with their services, have been an important part of the process of helping our project get off the ground early on. As a filmmaker, understanding the industry, coincided with the story one wants to tell, can bring a filmmaker confidence when pitching to investors.

Currently, we have completed a business plan for our film and have presented it to some of the majors through contacts we've made. We're hopeful that we can get a list of investors to pitch our business plan to and help us reach our goal for a January 2022 shoot.

Aug 29, 2021
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This is a Treasure!
by: Randy Wootton

I wish I would have found this years ago! What a blessing it has been. We should get college credit for it.
Thanks, Melissa and everyone at Film Proposals.
Gratefully, Randy Wootton
Writer, Producer

Aug 23, 2021
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Undervalued!
by: Anonymous

Honestly, the more I reviewed the assets of this package, the more I thought there had been a mistake, and that I was accidentally given a higher priced kit. It's unbelievable the amount of time, research, education and competency that is offered here. What this will save you in preparation is only surpassed by what this will earn you in execution. If you're looking for ROI, this is the Slumdog Millionaire of Film Business Toolkits. Get it... and get to work!

Aug 14, 2021
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Really helped my business plan
by: Nupur

Very good information and comprehensive business plans and templates for helping me complete my business plan

Jun 27, 2021
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Feedback on FilmProposals' Film Financing Toolkits
by: George S.

With the tools which Melissa of Film Proposals gave to me, to wit the Business Plan, the Budget, Comparison Analysis, ROI, and Pitch Deck I feel my self more confident to confront the investors and be more prepared and ready to discuss all issues related to funding my film project. George S. Indie Producer. G.smir@live.com

Apr 26, 2021
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An Immediate Education!
by: Independent Film Investor

I am investing in a film for the first time. I wanted to jump-start my education on investing in films. The information I purchased from filmproposals.com was crucial in me moving forward with using films to generate investment income.

Also, Melissa is very responsive to questions asked.

Thank You Melissa!

Jan 15, 2021
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Business Plan
by: Michael Fowlkes

Melisa,
I was extremely hesitant in purchasing even your lowest priced package. It all sounded to good to be true. I spent 2 months last year writing a business plan from scratch for a different medium. So I just couldn't imagine getting anything worth while for the prices you were offering. But I have an investor that requested a detailed plan with financial projections within 2 weeks, so I pulled the trigger on your Gold Financials bundle.

It was the best money I've ever spent! Can't even begin to tell you what a difference it's make. So concise and on point. Makes putting the plan together so fluid and easy. Not having to worry about what to cover, only how to best state it for my film project. Amazing. Thank you so much. Worth every dollar!

Jan 11, 2021
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Invaluable resource
by: Richard

This is my first venture into fund-raising and Film Proposals is the perfect software to help me get started. Clear guidance through the complex business of film financing.
My email: richardweaverphoto@gmail.com

Dec 31, 2020
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Exactly what I was looking for
by: Jacob

It's crazy how elusive film financing is still to this day-- most filmmakers have no clue how to make this a career.
Film schools don't teach it, there are little to no courses online, and most people with the information don't want to share it.
FilmProposals gives filmmakers the tools to raise funds for feature films. There is a lot of work involved still -- obviously, you can't expect to just be written a blank check-but FilmProposals shows you that it is at least possible. I am working on digesting all of this incredible information FilmProposals has provided and am looking forward to putting it into action. I'm encouraged by the fact that it's very possible to raise funds for a feature and there is a roadmap to do so.

Dec 19, 2020
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Saves independent filmmakers weeks or months of research and creation time...
by: bruno

Although I'm not exactly a complete newb in production, with just a couple of projects under my belt I consider myself inexperienced, and this package is really awesome for any producer without much experience. It is relatively concise, but covers the wide spectrum of all important areas for investor package and pitch preparation, plus some great additional advice from seasoned producers. And on top of that, there is a pre-made Business plan that needs little customisation according to your specific project, but otherwise could take weeks or months to make from scratch. All in all this is an excellent value package that should leverage you immensely if you are looking for an investor.

Dec 15, 2020
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Invaluable
by: Anonymous

Financial projections were never so easy. They are now. Using these tools saved me hours of work and hours of math. It was quick, easy and painless to build our finance projections for our investors.

Dec 11, 2020
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A Financing Masterclass For a Fraction of the Price
by: Tyler

I have a broad, basic understanding of film financing. I know most of the steps that need to be taken and I know the material that must be present within a film investor package. However, knowledge/theory of what needs to be done and practically executing it are two very different things. The Film Financing toolkit brings both of those worlds together, you get the theory of how a film investor package works along with the practical execution of the packet. At the price of range, it is by far the most valuable resource I have come across on the internet. IF you are trying to produce an independent film, spend the money now to be prepared later - unpreparedness can be very costly later on. This should be your number one resource for financing your independent film.

Dec 04, 2020
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Feedback
by: Liz

I just took a quick overview of the silver package. I am so excited about the sources and material provided. I can't wait to learn and put together my business plan. Thank you Film Proposal.

Sep 30, 2020
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Owner of K. Simmons Productions
by: Kendrick Simmons

I love this program. I'm new to this industry and this is helping me become more professional. I have spent a lot of time working on my own and getting things accomplished but my projects are getting bigger so as I grow and my team grows with me, these tools will help me to communicate better.

Having the basic fundamentals can go a long way in this industry and it make it easier to work with other.
Thank you for providing a platform for individuals like myself.

Sep 28, 2020
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Best Investment
by: Angelo

Film Proposals was the best investment. I purchased the Silver package and the PPM. The PPM took all the heavy lifting off and saved me so much money that would of cost me thousands From an attorney. The Silver package got me prepared from business plan to financials. I had everything prepared and professionally done. On top of that, they offered a review after I followed the steps they gave me. When I presented my project to my investor, they were blown away how prepared I was and rarely see filmmakers have half the documents I supplied. It showed that I was serious as a filmmaker and as a business person.

Sep 05, 2020
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Outstanding!
by: Richard

I think the website is great and I really think the information presented is amazing. I don't really have much of a critique outside of maybe the site could be streamlined a bit better. It can be a bit confusing, but it's not terrible. Also, I think the cost of the PPM is expensive. I do understand the great benefit but considering that most people coming to this site are doings so for next level information they probably can't afford to slam almost 500 dollars down on a document they haven't executed before :) But that is just my opinion. All in all i'm very happy with my information gained from your site and I will be sharing and recommending.

Jul 02, 2020
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Worth every penny
by: Anonymous

This package has opened my eyes to new possibilities and opportunities in the world of filmmaking

May 15, 2020
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BEST BUSINESS PLAN
by: Anonymous

I ordered the gold package and it has been a great tool to help secure investors. The review was a great option because it helped me fine tune my business film proposal to be its best. I would highly recommend this package its a small investment to secure a huge investor.

May 08, 2020
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Awesome!
by: John Johnson

I bought the $139 toolkit and it was more than expected. Although I haven actually started on my filmmaker business plan, but going through all the tools there more than enough tools to build strong and impressive business plan. The template is not the normal run of the mill, but its designed where all you need to do it edit and tailor to your individual plan. There are a lot of other good things in the package to make a successful business plan: Financial PROJECTION, COMPARABLE MARKET DATA, INVESTOR INFORMATION, SAMPLE PITCH LETTER AND SO MUCH MORE. I paid for template before, but they were so hard to work, i sought our film proposal toolkit, and found it to be everything they said it would be!

May 08, 2020
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Invaluable
by: joesultana007@icloud.com

As a independent filmmaker I've been working hard in getting this information from the WWW. I could only afford the bronze package at this time but I have found it invaluable.
The business plan, manual and spreadsheet has save me so many man hours and I know I will be using them time and again.
Thanks for your product and when I can I'll certainly upgrade to gold which I am sure will be just as good.
Joe London

Jan 24, 2020
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Helpful Tools for Indie Filmmakers
by: Charlie

I've been happy with my purchase. It has been enlightening to read about the more in-depth aspects of film financing, and going through the silver package has stimulated a whole new creative process aimed at building an appealing business plan. This was all a foreign concept to me not long ago, so I really appreciate being exposed to the film business world in such a thorough and understandable manner.

Sep 23, 2019
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FilmProposals Business Plan Feedback
by: charles franklin

I LOVE THIS MATERIAL. I have read several other books on financing, but this program gives you an in depth look into PPM, Business Plans and how to approach financial world of film investors.

I learn several new ideas for financing a film. also, I learned how to write a business plan, a ppm, etc. This material will give you the knowledge you need to get to where you want to go in the film industry. I truly recommend this material for any indie film maker.

Jul 24, 2019
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BEING PREPARED IS PARAMOUNT
by: Anonymous

Where to start – one of the best things about using filmproposals.com was the step by step process to not only put together a professional proposal but with all the material that’s included – it is a crash course on how the mechanics of the business part of ‘show business’ actually works. If you take your time to absorb all that is offered – you will be prepared for entry into this very insular business – especially from the point of view as a writer and producer. It’s not that all the books and books of material about this business aren’t helpful – but filmproposals.com has laid it all out in a digestible form so that it makes sense in a business that sometimes appears to have no rhyme of reason on how things work or ever get produced.

As in any business venture – there are ‘tricks of the trade’ – but when dealing with investors – it is all arranged in great detail what you are offering and what they definitely expect. After completing my proposal – I feel more prepared than ever to take the next steps! Thank you filmproposals.com!

Jun 16, 2019
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Good package
by: Bob

I looked at this page probably a dozen times over a couple of months before buying the Silver kit. Thing is, there aren’t many sites on the net that have good information on film finance and distribution and even though this was $99, I needed an investor template. So with a money back guarantee I figured it was safe. They send lots of information and some of is very hard to find. I personalized a couple of the templates for a project I was working on and that saved me dozens of hours writing the stuff from scratch. I would say it’s a good investment and if it doesn’t fit what your doing exercise the guarantee. For me it was a deal in what time I saved.

Apr 22, 2019
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Invaluable Templates
by: Drea

Thank you so much for gathering this information and making it available to the filmmaking community. This information is invaluable to those of us in the independent filmmaking space. I am following the templates to create a great proposal for my project.

Feb 18, 2019
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Huge Help in My Producing Career
by: Tim

I've just spent 20 minutes going through the materials I purchased with Package #3 and I already know it is going to be a huge help in getting me to the next stage in my producing career. I can't wait to dive in and start creating my first business plan.

**Update***

I’ve now worked with it for a few weeks and thought I’d let you know what I think.

I liked it a lot. The format is well organized and professional looking and much of the text is worthwhile.

I also chatted with your rep on line before hand and they answered my questions very well which allowed me to move forward with the purchase with confidence.

It is a pity the the MPAA reports are not available until April.

Thanks for putting together what appears to be a very useful package, and the website has a ton of great info too.

Tim

Oct 19, 2018
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Such a Useful and Complete Information Guide
by: Laurence

Hi Melissa,
Thank you for this package, it is extremely useful as I am gearing up to meet several potential investors in the following weeks. The manual is filled with useful information and teaches the way to communicate in business terms. It is the first time I come across such a useful and complete information guide.

The templates will help me tremendously and save me much time which is always needed. I now feel much more confident going to these meetings!

Thank you, Laurence

Apr 15, 2018
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beyond expectations
by: Charles Brummel

Exactly what I was looking for. As a 30 yo money and finance guy looking for specific tools for the film industry... this more than fit the bill.

Thank you!

Nov 08, 2017
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Film and Documentary Producer
by: Tommy Phipps

I am excited to hear all the success that Filmmakers are having with Film Proposals.com Investor Package. I just ordered package #3 with 7 FREE Bonuses and I cannot wait to dig into it! WHOO-HOO!!

Aug 11, 2017
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I feel like I'm taking a crash course in film financing
by: Emily

Hi Melissa! I purchased Package #3 a couple of days ago, and I feel like I'm taking a crash course in film financing. So far, what I've read and learned has been invaluable. Thank you! - Emily

Jun 21, 2017
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Very Helpful
by: Wade

I've made short films before, but this is my first feature, and the first film I've tried raising money for. This template, actually the whole package, has been invaluable and well worth the money I spent on it. So much information is packed into what I got that I'm almost dizzy from it all.

Jun 07, 2017
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Reliable Source of "Up-to-Date" Information and Insight
by: Anonymous

For years, Melissa at Filmproposal.com has provided high-quality products and services that have helped launch innovative creative content companies, and products. Developing creative entrepreneurs will gain a perspective on preparing, and structuring a cinema content business. Seasoned professionals will find Filmproposals.com a reliable source of "Up-to-Date" information and insight reflected in the tools, tips, and perspectives Melissa's company offers. In all, FilmProposals.com delivers a consistant level of quality, and value well managed.
Thank You, Reg

Apr 16, 2017
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Just what I needed!
by: Balancing Act Pictures LLC

This is perfect - I have potential investors but I had no idea how to prepare a professional investment package to present to them. (I'm an artiste', not a business person. :) )

The information is clear and easy to understand, and Melissa is very prompt in answering emails.

Thanks!

Jan 30, 2017
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Awesome
by: Anonymous

This is fantastic. I am confident having this awesome tool to present our film proposal to investors. Easy to follow and implement to our film project. We highly recommend it.

Jan 05, 2017
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Best Investment We've Done for Our Company
by: Joel

We recently purchased your film proposal program and we have found it to be one of the best investment we've done for our company. We want to proceed with the business plan review and gather your feed back!

- J, L & V, Producers

Nov 29, 2016
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Great Tools for writing a business plan the first time!
by: MrBigJ

The Business Plan Tools gives you a great starting point for writing your truly professinal business plan before you go out to seek funding for your film. A no-brainer for newbies and low level of experience producers who wanna take the next step.

MrBigJ
independent film producer

Sep 21, 2016
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Brilliant!!
by: Diane

An amazing set of incredibly helpful templates, guide books, advice. The best $99.00 I have spent in a very long time. Congrats FilmProposals!!

Jul 16, 2016
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Professional Tools to get the Investors to Give Money
by: Spencer J. Fox

Wow!! I just purchased the Finance Film Package #3. It is really good. I am an experienced Film Producer and I have been trying to get financing for 3 years for my film Smoke E.Z. I need $8,000,000. After 3 years I gotta take the plunge and get some professional tools to get the investors to give money for my film. I don't $10,000 for all of this to be done, so I have the challenge to do it myself.

This is a really good package to buy if you are looking to finance a film over $5,000,000.

Feb 11, 2016
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Substantive, Professional, Organized, Immensely Useful
by: Jon

Thank you for the Film Financing Package #3 (with the 7 bonus items). The content is substantive, professional, organized and immensely useful and practical. I've been promised this sort of material in the past from other resources and it's NEVER been this comprehensive. Kudos to you!

Nov 02, 2015
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Great products
by: Judith Ososkie

After much research on the subject, we chose the FilmProposals.com Package #3's business plan and financial templates, which we are already putting to good use for our new film production LLC, "Take Us There Films." Also included in this package were several documents filled with helpful hints and good, solid advice that's sure to bring in the investments that will make our company successful.

I highly recommend subscribing to your newsletter and checking out the blog. Your website itself is filled with invaluable information.

Thank you.

Aug 29, 2015
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Shocked and Impressed!
by: Randolph M Hirsch

After several days of researching where to get the materials for our upcoming Feature film Independent Low Budget project I finally decided to try FilmProposals.com and their information in downloadable format. I was shocked and impressed after purchasing Package #3 as to the thoroughness and amount of information provided! I will soon be starting pre-production on my first feature film as director, producer, screenwriter, and have already begun development, fundraising, and my business plan is 10 times better than it was before receiving their materials and information. Wow! Thanks. Randy

Aug 18, 2015
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I could not have raised the $1.5 million or made this film without the materials you provided!
by: James Sadwith

Just want to thank you for your materials and help over the past year. Just finished post on our $1.5 million picture "Coming Through the Rye" with Alex Wolff and Chris Cooper. I could not have raised this money or made this film without the materials you provided -- and for $99? The bargain of my career!

- James Sadwith, Producer, Writer, Director "Coming Through the Rye"

Jun 23, 2015
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Investors agreement
by: Mauricio Arouesty

I just bought this Business Plan Tools but I thought it will include a draft for investors agreement for the investors which I can´t find. Please be kind to tell me it it includes something I can use to sign with my investors.

FilmProposals Answer: Hi Mauricio! We are not sure why you thought our Film Investment Package (clearly stated as a Manual, Projections Template and Business Plan Template) would include a legal agreement incorporating any number of dozens of variables? Read More: Film Investor Contract Template

Mar 15, 2015
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Wow, Thank you
by: Ross Schriftman

Hi: I just stumbled across your site looking for film industry forecasts. Wow. It took me two seconds to download your income projection spreadsheet. I will look into your other services as I am putting together my business plan.

Ross Schriftman, Writer and Producer
My Million Dollar Mom

Feb 24, 2015
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Incredible information
by: Barry Morgan

An absolute gold mine for the independent filmmaker. Do yourself a big favor and order today!!!

Jan 20, 2015
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Make Your Movie!
by: Anonymous

Great stuff. Lots of great nuggets with these packages in a world full hard to find, hidden and secret information! Thanks!

Jan 10, 2015
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Exactly what I needed
by: R. Vilar

I purchased the financing manual, the film projections template, and the business plan template package for $99 and it was exactly what I was expecting! Great purchase and incredibly fast delivery. The documents were exactly what I was looking for!

Highly Recommend to purchase this package as it does come with everything you may need to structure your rough business plan draft!

Sep 18, 2014
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Very good tools
by: Amine

It's exactly what we were looking for. The package is very clear, simple to use and includes all we need to prepare a very good business plan.

Thank you very much.

-Amine

Jul 09, 2014
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Great Materials
by: Tom

This package is a great material to my career!!

May 06, 2014
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Great Information!
by: Vic

Hello, I purchased your package and I am delighted with it! It has saved me time, shown me the light and illuminated the WAY. I am well on my way, a few months after receiving this information towards producing my FIRST Feature! Thanks a million!

Vic
Richomnd, Virginia
from SOMEWHERE in CHINA!!

Apr 18, 2014
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Professionally Prepared Investor Package
by: Eleanor

After searching the internet for some guidelines, we found the tools and resources on
your site that will allow us to create a professionally prepared investor package. The
information and templates provided have spared us from hours of research. Thank you.

Mar 20, 2014
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GREAT STUFF
by: Tony

This package is very useful. Very educational and saves tons of time researching and building plans and projections from scratch. I would highly recommend this to anyone trying to raise money for an independent film.

Jan 20, 2014
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An Excellent Investment
by: Chris

Excellent information for starting a film company. The information and software given really helps with all the in and outs for starting a company in the film or production industry. It is worth the $99.00 to get started. This was an excellent investment for our company to get started in this industry. - Chris

Jan 10, 2014
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The Pot of Gold
by: Barry

I’ve been out of the industry for a lot of years and venturing back means I have to update and polish my knowledge. When I came across the Business Plan Tools and the Finance Guide, I felt like I could stop searching for the pot of gold ... I’d found it. In one place, with clear, easy to follow materials and spreadsheets, my questions were answered. It still depends on me and what I do but the blueprint is all there. Thanks.

Barry Pierce, Producer, River Dreaming Entertainment

Jan 09, 2014
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Extremely Beneficial
by: Dan LaPray

The Film Proposals package is more than worth the money! The business plan is very complete, and easy to modify to your specific needs. FilmProposals.com has thought of everything. It's time to make a movie!

Oct 27, 2013
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The Charts are Fantastic and a Real Timesaver
by: Jess, Producer

Really like the automatic spreadsheet, the main reason I purchased your package. I also like the proposal layout and will use it for private investors. I'm actually prepping a film for AFM and am using a little bit of a different proposal for that, but the charts are fantastic and a real timesaver. Thanks again!

Feb 26, 2013
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Hugely Helpful
by: Dante

I purchased your products when developing our project. It has been hugely helpful; we are currently working with a noted Hollywood Producer who has hundreds of millions of critical and box office successes on his IMDB page, http://pandoranage.com

Jan 26, 2013
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Amazing Job
by: Michael

I really think you have done an amazing job putting together this package and it brings me great relief knowing that I can consolidate all the information and paperwork into one clean and professional package.

Regards,
Michael, Producer
Honolulu, HI

Apr 02, 2012
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I hate Excel, so this is very useful
by: Scott

Melissa, the unlocked version really helped a lot. Now I can work in other numbers such as Number of theater screens, P&A Interest, tax incentive/rebates, loan interest, and revenue splits with investors.

I hate Excel, so this is very useful.

Thanks again - I really appreciate it,

Scott - Producer

Jul 21, 2011
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A great jumping off point and confidence builder.
by: Andrew

I found the business plan template and film financial comparison table a great starting point. Reading through the Film Financing Manual I gained a lot of confidence that reinforced my own ideas. I ended up taking the bits I wanted and customizing other sections to create a condensed and concise 11 page business plan, backed up by a whole lot of figures and data. In the US economic slump I found investors were looking for alternate investments with high yield - my Film Investor Brief was perfect!

Suggestions for FilmProposals - I wish I had known earlier you can unlock and edit formulas and format. I ended up copying what I could of the Excel spreadsheet and customizing it. I also linked it to a cash-flow graph which is a great visual tool for less savvy investors who just get lost in the data.

Jul 18, 2011
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Gave Me Critical Elements Investors Seek and Helped Me Organize
by: Mike LaChapelle

The package provides an important template that helps structure the business element of film making. For the longest time I stared at the screen that was to be my self developed "business plan"...to no avail. Then I found your Manual and Template and your software not only gave me the critical elements that any investor might be looking for but also helped me organize the many facets of the process. More than creating a film "implementation" path, it also helps create a shared vision with other shareholders.

One suggestion for FilmProposals to complete this vision might be sample agreements between producers and investors or creatives and producers. The nomenclature of Hollywood accounting/investment has changed over the years and a guide to industry terminology would be helpful. Overall a great tool for the Independent.

Jul 18, 2011
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Both FilmProposals Site and Business Tools Extremely Helpful
by: Frances

I am still in the midst of writing our business plan, and keep referring back to this website after purchasing the Film Financial Projects template and Film Business Plan template. Not only do both continue to be the right tools (after researching A LOT and seeing others out there) but the website resources are extremely helpful as well.

I like having the template to follow, but also know that film business plans are different than regular business plans. That makes the task seem very daunting, especially gathering the financial data needed to plead your case to investors. By far that is the toughest part, so having the financial template makes it a lot less scary to tackle.

Other than this site, which I keep coming back to, I have also found Louise Levinson's book "Filmmakers and Financing" to be extremely helpful. There is a samples business plan in the book, but the Film Proposal business plan template is much easier to follow and a better guide. Levinson's book is a great resource for WHY each section of the business plan needs to be a certain way, but I use the Film Proposal template for actually writing the plan.

Jul 18, 2011
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A very usefull tool!
by: Robert Bovill

I found your software to be exceptionally useful for me in helping to define the financial aspects of making and potentially profiting from a film. Having worn many different hats in the entertainment business over the years I finally decided to seek out a great project and then get it financed. As a first time Executive Producer I found your software first to be great for helping me understand film financing and second helping the various investors who we have been pitching to better understand their risks and potential rewards. I would certainly recommend this software to anyone thinking about seeking financing for films.

Sep 30, 2010
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Very pleased
by: TV Producer now Consultant

I needed a good, quick template for multi-modeling a TV Special, with various distribution channels, and all the templates from my former life at a major are multiple sheets (very large), too complex and difficult for a lite Excel user. (And archived someplace on iomega jaz on top of that.)

I came here from a search, and I was drawn to the Film Projections Template and the possibility of opening it up to change text cells and add a few lines for my distribution channel needs.

I'm very pleased with the result. The folks here were quick to answer my questions, and supplied me with the unlocked spreadsheet as promised. (I dare say that Support here was far more responsive than the IT group I dealt with at a major. They even write in normal person language.)

The resultant projections are what I needed, and the early feedback from the "suits" in this project is that I've presented a clear yet compact overview of the prospects. (Actually, more like surprise that it could be presented so concisely and without a complex MBA-style model.)

By the way, in my projections not all the outcomes are golden, and that adds to my respect for the template.

Sep 29, 2010
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The Whole She-bang
by: Alexis Adkins

I purchased the whole set. There is quite a bit of information to digest, and even after spending about a year and a half doing research and gathering information,there is quite a bit in here that was very helpful and that will be utilized, not only in the short term, but the long term as well.

I would like to see some additional alternatives, as well, to represent the changing landscape of this industry. (For example, web series, internet marketing revenues, and some of the emerging technology.) These can be modified to account for these with little effort, but would be curious to see if there might be a different or better way.

Aug 19, 2010
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Great Support!!
by: Sherry Bradley

I can truly say that the support with any technical question or concern was addressed in a timely manner. I really appreciate Melissa taking the time to work with me because I am not computer savvy. The Film Template did all the work for the Budget I had to submit in my Business Plan. It's Great!!

Aug 08, 2010
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Customer Service Great
by: Peter Sassi

The customer service and Business Plan Template provided by Film Proposals is great!

I screwed up and downloaded the template, which is great, but my partner already had already purchased it and had it in place on another project. They were prompt in providing me the 100% refund with no questions asked.

Peter

Jul 23, 2010
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delighted indie producer
by: Anonymous

Both the proposal for indies and the template for profit projections proved to be invaluable tools in putting together my proposal package for the film I am presently developing.

Apr 08, 2010
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This Would Have Saved me $2,000. Absolutely Essential.
by: Seth, Los Angeles

Hi - Seth Hymes from Film School Secrets. I'm an NYU Film Grad and Independent Filmmaker. Several years ago I hired an attorney to help me draft a business plan and Private Placement Memorandum to raise money for a film project called "Breaking Balls". Using those documents I raised $30,000 from private investors. A friend recently referred me to filmproposals.com and I realized I could have saved myself $1,000-$2,000 in attorney fees by using this software! The information here is extremely valuable to an independent filmmaker looking to present themselves in a professional, compelling manner to potential investors. These kinds of documents do get results. And it offers information and training I didn't even get in a top film school. I only wish I had known about FilmProposals earlier!

Mar 31, 2010
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Very Good
by: elena.baldessari@libero.it

These products are very very good and also the customer assistance is very quick.
I am very satisfied.
Thanks,
Elena Baldessari

Jan 23, 2010
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Kathleen
by: Business Plan - Best money I ever spent!

I postponed writing my business plan because it was (in my mind) the hardest thing I would ever do. Procrastination was key here. That's when I saw the Film Financing Manual and Business Plan Template. Eureka! As it turned out, the business plan WAS the hardest thing I've ever done, but with the tools in the package, it made it much less stressful and the more I got into it, I thought to myself - YES!!! - thank god someone knows what they're doing...

I'm now sending out my completed business plan/film proposal document to potential investors and the one comment I'm getting back almost immediately is that it's so well laid out and professional. Believe me, first impressions really do count. When someone sees that you take your business seriously, they're much more likely to take you and your projects seriously.

Best money I ever spent!

Jan 23, 2010
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Incredibly Informative
by: Jane

I had no idea it was feasible to get a handle on film finance myself and was really inspired to see I don't have to be a writer hawking scripts until I die. I can actually make my film!

I was also inspired by how much information is out there to facilitate first-time film making, and how much FilmProposals is on top of this information.

May 22, 2023
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Excellent info and templates!
by: Mark C

The information is well organized and very informative. I though some of the financing manual was a little too repetitive, but more that it was driving the points home, not just repeating itself. This was absolutely a good investment for me and honestly for any indy filmmaker who is wading through the weeds of trying to get projects financed. Templates are OUTSTANDING.

Sep 08, 2021
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Review
by: Anonymous

I just received everything today and am still digesting it. As someone who has been reading about and creating business plans for many years, I do appreciate the breadth and depth of the information provided. I would love to see an update of the content with the recent change in the 181 tax code and factoring in the COVID pandemic which has thrown our industry into a bit of a tailspin. It would be great to see some updated financial projections accounting for smaller (or non-existent) theatrical windows and how to best approach that with investors today.

Apr 02, 2021
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Helpful tools and responsive administrator
by: Marc

One thing that I like is the the administrator has been very responsive to questions. I feel like they want me to be satisfied withe the tools they are giving and that is important.
Many of the tools have been helpful in putting together my business plan and investor materials so far.
I would like to see more comps available for lower budget film projects (under 1 million)
I also think it would be great to have the option to run the film comp analysis based on subscription and demand only (SVOD).

Jan 21, 2020
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Everything but Hybrid Distribution
by: Swati

After reading the book "Film Business Plan and Investor Guide", I bought the Silver package from Film Proposals. Going through the package demystifies the whole Business Proposal. Between the Business Plan Template, Film Financial Template, Financing Manual, Film Pitch Deck and Film Investor Agreement Outline, a substantial chunk of the Business Proposal is covered and is a great start for independent producers who have never created a proposal before.

FilmProposals Response (to feedback below):
Hi Swati - thanks so much for your detailed and constructive feedback.

Cash Flow Projections are difficult at best, and require a lot of fixed information we couldn’t possibly put into a template that would be manageable for an average Excel user. Since every film and production company is entirely different, there is not enough "starter" information (known inputs) to put into a template. If you do manage to find a Film Cash Flow Projection template online, we’d love to see it. We have not found one in our 15+ years in business, and the exact reason we offer this as a service under our Business Plan Services.

Hybrid Distribution - hopefully by now, you have found the variable lines for all hybrid distribution models in the Film Financial Projections template. All types of S/VOD and other models are in there and you can rework that template any way you wish, even completely ignoring traditional distribution if you choose to do so. We also hope you found the multiple references to various distribution models in the Business Plan Template. Of course there is far more information on the traditional distribution model, because as we state here (https://www.filmproposals.com/film-business-plan-vod-projections.html), "VOD is too new of a concept to have a track record of comparable films on which you can base your projections." We know plenty of filmmakers who do still (as of 2020) follow the traditional distribution model and are highly successful, we believe your statement of "No savvy producer/ investor can rely on that strategy anymore " is inaccurate and misleading to other aspiring filmmakers. We do strongly encourage you to pursue any and all distribution paths that work for you and your film and wish you the best of luck! However, we are not writing off the traditional film model any time soon.

I think there is room for improvement as follows:
a) Include a "Cash Flow Projection" - the Financing manual recommends adding one, but the package doesn't include one. As a producer who wants to make a comprehensive package that includes a Cash Flow Projection, this can be a hindrance as it has to be figured out from somewhere else.
b) Include a hybrid distribution budget/ template/ strategy - More and more indie films are trying to figure out a Hybrid Distribution Strategy as they realize the "festival to distributor" strategy is akin to winning the lottery TWICE. The proposal focuses almost entirely on the traditional distribution pipeline, both in its financial projections as well as its verbiage. No savvy producer/ investor can rely on that strategy anymore leaving the proposal wanting in that regard.

Jul 29, 2018
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Legit
by: Grant

If there exists a one stop shop for a business plan and crash course in film finance this is probably it. The real value here is the market data - I'd pay 100$ for that alone. A real time saver.

You probably want to contact a lawyer as many of the details laid out in the plan are for a very specific type of structure and there are many ways to structure the deal. Based on the content I saw there's no reason not to use the recommended lawyer in the package. Seems like this is well thought out.

Jan 30, 2014
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Excellent Information
by: LefLaw1@yahoo.com

The Film Proposals Financing Package #3 I purchased contains a plethora of information to help the filmmaker overcome the most common hurdle of making a movie...money.

Jul 27, 2011
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Very useful!
by: J. Rao

I found all the material to be very useful, well laid out and easy to get through. There was very little "filler" and there was a lot of great information. Highly recommended.

Jan 23, 2010
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19 Pages - a Rip Off
by: Lori McCarthy

I just purchased your, Film Proposals Financing Manual Item# FPMan. And it is not what I was expecting at all. I want my money back. It says on your website, 7 day money back guarantee. Please... $29 for a 19 page manual what a rip off. Thank you for your help in this matter.

FilmProposals Response - Lori, we are happy to provide a refund (and have done so). We post these comments here to show we are not hiding anything, but that all feedback submitted is published.

However, I'm not sure what else we can do - except make the Manual longer? Was there specific information missing? How can we make the manual better, besides making it longer?

True business people like concise, factual documents - no FLUFF - and that is exactly the design of our Film Proposals and Financing Manual. We apologize if you thought another 100 pages would provide you more valuable information - based on our experience, that is not the way a Film Proposal works.

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