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UPCOMING

In this episode of LeaderSpeak, Atul Phadnis sits down with Sam Tatton-Brown, a partner at Lee & Thompson. They delve into the evolution of film and TV finance, discussing how the 2004 UK terms of trade revolutionized the industry. Sam offers deep insights into navigating tax credits, “Frankenstein” financing, and the increasing complexities of international co-productions.

Film Financing

Understand how capital flows globally to greenlight projects and optimize production spending. Essential insights into debt vs. equity, co-production mechanics, and the geopolitical factors influencing where budgets are deployed.

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Film+TV Production

Explore the operational excellence and supply chain challenges of creating high-quality scripted content. Discussions on managing multi-territory shoots, the impact of co-productions and building resilient global production models.

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Explore All in Special Effects

VFX, Post & Animation

Learn how Gen AI, real-time gaming engines, and cloud infrastructures are reducing unit costs and improving artist workflows.

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Explore All in Special Effects

Streaming & Tech

Showcase and analysis of platform innovation, consumer data strategy, and the technological arms race driving subscription and ad-supported streaming growth.

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Explore All in Special Effects

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CEO, Radial Entertainment

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CEO at XR Extreme Reach

Barry Poznick

President, MGM Alternative

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