Why we’re so excited about the Film Fund...
Hey Legion M Fam,
Paul and Jeff here.
We wanted to share a quick note on what we’re seeing on the distribution front, because it’s got us genuinely excited.
As we’ve leaned further into this part of the business, we’re seeing just how well the pieces of Legion M come together to create something truly unique. The combination of our community, our experience activating audiences, our ability to use Film Scout to discover and evaluate new projects, and the new Film Fund P&A capital comes together to create a potentially powerful differentiator.
Since announcing our plans to move into distribution, we’ve seen a noticeable shift in both the number and quality of projects coming our way. We believe the industry is increasingly recognizing and appreciating what Legion M brings to the table. Our flexibility also allows us to potentially acquire and distribute films ourselves -- or partner with a co-distributor like we did for Fackham Hall. We’re like a spice - add a little Legion M and suddenly the whole release is better.
With Fackham Hall now mid-cycle, we’re also starting to see how the financial model plays out. The last-money-in, first-money-out structure is designed to return capital relatively quickly so it can be redeployed into the next film. Over time, we hope to develop a rhythm where each project supports the next, and the Film Fund becomes a self-sustaining flywheel. We’ve included a simple visual below to help illustrate what we mean.
This chart is for illustration purposes only and does not represent a guarantee of returns, timing, or performance. Actual recoupment amounts, timelines, and capital availability will vary based on the specific projects funded, market conditions, distribution outcomes, and other factors. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investors should review all offering materials and consult with their financial advisors before making investment decisions.
This reinforces our belief that Legion M's focus on distribution, along with the successful launch of the Film Fund, is an important step forward for the company.
All Legion M shareholders benefit from the Film Fund's ability to help the company "level up" and take larger stakes in larger projects. For those who want to get directly involved, we believe the Film Fund represents an entirely new way to invest in movies. And now that the reservation priority period has ended, the Film Fund is open to all investors with a $100 minimum.
We still have a small allocation remaining in Fackham Hall, but we expect it to sell out. We're also in the process of lining up a new project for this summer that we can’t wait to tell you about, so keep an eye out for more details soon.
Onward and Upward,
Paul & Jeff
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