Industry Strategy The 10-Slide Killer Pitch Deck: How to Hook Investors

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Hi everyone,

I’ve seen 50-page presentations that gave me a headache, and I’ve seen 5-slide decks that told me absolutely nothing. In the film industry, attention is the most expensive currency. When an investor or producer opens your PDF, you have about 3 minutes of their time. If you don't hook them in the first 30 seconds, they delete the email.

This is the structure that works best for the US indie market and European co-production markets. Don't try to include everything! This is just the "bait" to get them to meet you for coffee.

The 10 Mandatory Slides:

1. Title Slide: One powerful image that conveys the film's mood. Title, genre, and your name.
2. Logline: If you can't tell the story in one sentence, you're not ready.
3. Synopsis: Max 2-3 paragraphs. Don't spoil every twist, but create intrigue.
4. Tone & Style: The "Look & Feel." Use reference images from other movies.
5. Characters: Who is the protagonist? What is their motivation?
6. Target Audience: Who is going to watch this? Be specific (e.g., "Fans of Midsommar aged 18-35").
7. Comps (Comparables): Find 3 successful films similar to yours to prove the market potential.
8. The Team: Why you? Short, punchy bios of the key players.
9. Budget & Finance: Just the main numbers: total budget and current funding status.
10. Contact: Clear contact info and a "Call to Action."

Cinema Doktor’s Advice:The deck should be a visual experience. If you're not a graphic designer, use Canva or hire a pro, because a cheap-looking design suggests that your film will look cheap too.