The Distribution Deal
John sat at the table, the knife he just grabbed in his hand,
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peeling an apple. As he carefully removed the skin, his mind raced with ideas on how to create the illusion of the entire crew mysteriously disappearing. He knew that to achieve the desired effect, he would have to send them somewhere outside of America. Thoughts of remote locations and hidden retreats crossed his mind as he peeled the apple in contemplation.
Simultaneously, John began crafting missing posters, each one bearing the faces of the crew members. He envisioned how these posters would generate curiosity and intrigue among the public, sparking conversations and fueling anticipation for the release of his movie.
However, as he pondered how to spread the news of the crew's disappearance over the internet, a realization struck him. The internet, at that time, was not developed enough to generate the desired impact. The reach and influence he sought required a different approach.
Turning to his father, John admitted his predicament. "Dad, I've been thinking about how to spread the news, but the internet isn't enough. Do you have any ideas?"
His father paused for a moment, considering the question. "John, before we think about spreading the news, let's focus on finding a company to distribute your movie. Your uncle Richard had connections in the industry. Perhaps his old distributor would be interested in working with us."
John's eyes lit up with renewed hope. It made sense to secure a distribution partner first, someone who could help them reach a wide audience and maximize the impact of their marketing efforts.
Determined, they set out to meet with the distributor who had collaborated with Richard in the past. The familiar face welcomed them, creating a sense of familiarity and comfort. The negotiator, an old friend of Richard's, met them with a warm smile, aware of their shared history.
With confidence, John presented his marketing plan, explaining his vision of creating intrigue and buzz through the crew's apparent disappearance and the use of missing posters. The distributor's team listened attentively, captivated by the uniqueness of the approach.
After thorough discussions and negotiations, a deal was finally reached. The distributor agreed to take on the movie, recognizing the potential in John's marketing strategy. The distributor would get all the rights while they would pay for the marketing and John would receive a payment slightly above the production cost and 5% of the worldwide box office. John received such a good deal because of his late uncle.
As they left the distributor's office, John and his father exchanged proud smiles. They had successfully secured a distribution partner, a crucial step towards bringing their movie to audiences worldwide. The next chapter of their journey was about to unfold.
Now, with the distribution deal in place, they could shift their focus to executing the marketing plan. They would connect with small news agencies, ensuring the missing posters reached newspapers and local news outlets. Their goal was to generate curiosity and anticipation for the movie's release, captivating audiences with the intriguing concept.
Excitement mixed with nervousness coursed through John's veins. He knew the road ahead would be challenging, but he was ready to face it head-on. With the distribution partner by their side and the marketing plan in motion, they would surely get people to watch the movie.