Often film makers are unaware of practical tips that should be adhered to when writing your film business plan. When a film project comes together nicely, after months, if not years of hard work, it is very easy to let the excitement skew your speculative figures. Here we look at a few of the common pitfalls, some practical advice on how to avoid them and put you in the stakeholder’s shoes with some hypothetical pitches. Avoid these mistakes by reading: Practical Tips for Writing Your Film Business Plan | Keeping It Real

Must read and watch! Inspiring Indie Finance story by Nick Felice, who solely financed 'Getting Out,' which has won numerous awards and secured dozens of distribution channels.

Two friends desperate for money, a crumbling crime figure, a psychotic hit man and a deceitful vixen. Wilkes has fallen on hard times financially. His friend, Derek, suggests he tries getting a job through his boss, Victor, but after meeting Victor, Wilkes decides to rob Victor, rather than work for him. As plans start to unravel and lives become expendable, each person starts to seek their own fortune whether it's money, love or vengeance. Who can they trust?

Check out Nick's financing tips and movie trailer at: Getting Out Movie Trailer | Finance and Distribution Tips