Possible distributors - eOne films UK

As my film is a UK based movie, which will all be filmed with in the UK, I thought it would be more appropriate if an independent UK film distributor would distribute the film, as their understanding, knowledge and expertise would be better suited to a UK based film, instead of large Hollywood produced movies, as they are likely to have distributed smaller scale films such as ours, so will have a better understanding of how to distribute the film as efficiently as possible, to as many people as they can nationally.
Furthermore, as the independent distribution company isn't one of the big six, such as Warner Brothers, Paramount or Universal, budgets will be considerably lower, so the film will be able to be focused more directly towards our target audience, rather than a much broader market, meaning that my film will be more efficiently distributed, and money won't be wasted.

Firstly, one independent UK distributor which caught my attention was eOne films UK. This distributor have successfully exhibited films in a variety of different ways, such as in the cinemas, home entertainment (DVD, catch up T.V etc) and digitally so the films can be viewed online. Because of this, if my film was distributed by this company, it could be distributed across a variety of different exhibitions, meaning it would be easily accessible for viewers as it could be viewed in a wide range of different ways. The more potential consumers who have access to the film, the more successful it would be.

Another point is that eOne films UK are partners with Summit Entertainment who are one of the big 6 distributors,

Also, entertainment one films UK have distributed several films which are similar to ours, such as 'Looper', 'Bullet to the head' and 'Sweeney'. All of these films portray themes of violence, which are aimed towards similar audiences as my film is. Even the film posters for these films show the main characters with guns in their hands, suggesting that these films are very similar to mine. As these films also received high ratings, they are regarded as well produced films, which appeal to many people. Therefore, the distribution company must obtain a stable reputation for distributing films of a high quality. If my film was distributed by this company, the strong ethos and reputation associated with eOne films would create a hysteria around my film, making viewers keen to watch it before it is even marketed. 'Looper' and 'Sweeney' are also targeted towards similar age groups to my film, as they have an age certificate rating of 15, as certified by the British Board of Film Classification. Therefore, eOne films must have experience in targeting films towards similar audiences, so they would be able to efficiently target my film towards the right audience in which it will appeal to, giving the film the largest chance possible to gain success.

Looper poster cover as distributed by eOne

Sweeney poster cover as distributed by eOne

 Although Entertainment One UK has distributed films similar to mine, they have also distributed many other films which contrast ours, appealing to a much broader audience. Massively popular films to the liking of 'Twilight Breaking Dawn pt 2' and 'The Perks Of Being A Wallflower' have been distributed by eOne films nationally across the UK in corporation with their partners Summit Entertainment. Again this proves the point that the company have obtained a very good reputation as many of the films which they have distributed have been huge successes generated millions of pounds not only in the UK, but globally due to the blanket release which was funded by Summit Entertainment.