Growth in number of theaters in Europe. Expanded satellite coverage worldwide. Key to focus on low cost production with a point of view, artistic and commerical together, trying to minimize distribution fees, and look toward emerging markets. Movies might move in the direction of the record business with more specific labels for specific audiences. Banks want more overall deals for several pix with companies.
Indies are the first in new markets, indies moving into Latin America more and more swiftly.
Regal Entertainment, a new entertainment entity, announced it will produce particular films and owning their own screens. Also, watch changing tide of regulations which indicate trends - i.e. more children's programming will be needed. Business plans will give you credibility. University of Texas Press, Austin is an excellent source of books about the movie business. At Bannon, advisors are told to sell a meeting, sell a book, sell an investment, a strategy recommended for filmmakers as well.