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Finance11 min read
Minimum Guarantees in Film Distribution: What's a Fair MG and How to Calculate Break-Even
Explains MG mechanics, the recoupment waterfall, what MG ranges are typical by budget tier and territory, and how to model whether a given MG covers your P&A investment and generates real backend profit.
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Finance16 min read
Film Distribution Deals Explained: What Every Clause Actually Means
A clause-by-clause breakdown of a standard distribution agreement -- gross vs. net, MG vs. advance, expense caps, territory splits, delivery requirements, and reversion rights. The reference guide for every deal question.
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