John Cones 
Dictionary of Film Finance and Distribution 

This dictionary is an aid to anyone involved in seeking to finance a feature film project, especially independents. It covers terms used in film production and distribution, marketing, accounting, insurance, securities, corporate structures and general financial arenas. All of the principal forms of feature film finance are covered, including studio/distributors, pro A-duction companies, lending institutions, co-financing, pre-sales, grants, foreign and passive investor financing involving the sale of a security.