After putting the word out on the street that we were in search of a sales rep, to help us sell "Home Sweet Home" we found our guys. Among our options was a company that wanted 8500 dollars up front to sell our movie. A huge red flag, that left us with major questions. After reviewing this company on imdb.com we saw that they had many films under their belt, and they were far from a scam. But the reality for us was that we do not have the money to hand over to someone on a whim of maybe being able to deliver. I dont think anyone should want money up front, its like an agent asking an actor to pay them to rep them. Anyone who reps a movie, or an actor should only recieve money after they secured a deal that brings in money for their client.
We are happy to sign a contract with a start up company, that was a perfect fit for our start up production company trying to sell our first feature film. I am hoping this relationship will grow in the years to come, and that everything will move ahead smoothly.
Moral of the story, DONT pay anyone to rep you, there are plenty of agencies out there that wont charge you up front fee's.
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