Licensing Film Screenings

Copyright Licensing: A Brief Explanation

When a film is produced, a studio or distributor acquires copyright ownership which enables them to make it available for audiences to view through a number of channels including:

NON-THEATRICAL CHANNELS
i.e: watching films outside the Cinema or an individual's home

 

HOME ENTERTAINMENT
i.e: watching films in an individual's home

THEATRICAL CHANNELS
i.e: watching films in Cinemas

Filmbankmedia: Non-Theatrical Representatives in 70+ markets

Non-Theatrical Film Screenings refer to the screening of films outside of the cinema or an individual’s home. To screen films to audiences non-theatrically, persons or organisations must obtain the consent of the copyright owner or their representatives in the form of licensing before doing so.

To enable wider audiences to view their films legally, copyright owners appoint a Non-Theatrical representative (such as Filmbankmedia) to licence screenings in 70+ markets including:

  • Outdoor screenings including festivals, drive-ins, and community events
  • Cycle-ins
  • Schools and Universities
  • Community film groups
  • Entertainment venues
  • Government and public buildings
  • Art Centres
  • Museums
  • Libraries

...and many more.

OUTDOOR FILM SCREENINGS

On a warm evening, there is nothing better than watching a film in the open air with friends and family.

You can organise outdoor film screenings at a festival, on the beach, on a public square, a park, a field, or even a parking lot; there is an abundance of amazing locations to explore.

Make your outdoor event extra eco-friendly.

How about combing two passions into one? Cinema and bicycles.

Cycle-in screenings are good for the environment and good for the heart. From the city to the lush countryside, they can be set up in many places and open the door to plenty of partnership opportunities. Think bike shops, manufacturers, your local bike rental scheme, and many more.

Learn more about cycle-in screenings.

Special Markets

Alongside licensing non-theatrical film screenings, Filmbankmedia work with system integrators and technology partners within the Healthcare, Hotels, Maritime and Transport sectors to provide an engaging entertainment service to passengers, guests, visitors/staff and patients respectively.

To find out more on these Special Markets, click here.

Screening Enquiries Form

If you are planning to screen film(s) non-theatrically, please complete this Screening Enquiry Form

About Filmbankmedia

We represent many Hollywood and independent film studios and distributors licensing screenings outside the home or cinema.

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