- The Idea- Someone comes up with an idea.
- Development Finance- The rough idea is turned into a final script ready for production.
- Script Development- The finished script is delivered to the producer and financiers.
- Packaging- The director and producer decide how they want to film it and who will help them.
- Financing- The producer secures enough funding so that the film is made to the highest possible standard.
- Pre-Production- The full cast and crew are hired. Detailed preparations for the shoot begins.
- The Shoot- The film is being shot.
- Post Production- Usually starts during the shoot. As soon as the first 'RUSHES'- raw footage and sound are available.
- Sales- The producer finds a distributor.
- Marketing- The distributors plan their strategy and begin to market it.
- Exhibition- Cinema exhibition is the primary channel for films to reach their audiences. Box office success equals financial success.
Distribution- Is when a product is released, so it can be viewed in cinemas. This Is done after the full marketing process.
