Film Financing

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Hands exchanging contracts at a busy international film market, representing the critical importance of selling foreign distribution rights for indie films.

Why Selling Foreign Distribution Rights Is Crucial for Indie Films

A film with $1.5 million in executed pre-sale contracts has that portion of its budget covered by instruments that do not depend on commercial performance, according to Daily Ovation . This upfront fi

Leo Hartmann·July 5, 2026

A sophisticated financial deal being made between representatives of Carlyle Global Credit and Content Partners, symbolizing investment in film and TV media assets.

Media Industry

Carlyle, Content Partners Launch New Media Asset Financing Vehicle

Content Partners, a firm that has deployed nearly $2 billion since inception acquiring rights to film and TV libraries, just secured fresh investment capital from Carlyle Global Credit.

Leo Hartmann·June 17, 2026

A lone police officer stands on a dark, wet city street at night, illuminated by neon signs, in a scene evoking the mood of the Maniac Cop remake.

Behind the Scenes

Nicolas Winding Refn directs new Maniac Cop for Mubi's 2027 slate

Mubi, a streaming service synonymous with curated art-house cinema, is fully financing Nicolas Winding Refn's Maniac Cop remake, committing to a wide theatrical release and a 2027 debut.

Victor Ren·May 23, 2026