Film financing is a critical aspect to the production of most films. While there is always the possibility of an indie flick doing large numbers at the box office (created and filmed on a nominal budget), it’s always advantageous to have a roomy investment in the project beforehand.

So how do moviemakers obtain film financing? The answer is, with a substantial amount of work and research. Of course, there are some top film financing companies that should be considered, and must be if moviemakers are truly seeking reputable and reliable financing for that next silver screen project. Here are some companies to consider for potential financial backing.

Efilmfund refers to itself as “an online marketplace for financing film projects.” The purpose of this entity is to help connect filmmakers with investors. Filmmakers are able to create profiles that include project details, and interested investors are able to search through open projects and connect with prospective filmmakers. Think MySpace, but for moviemakers and investors.

Hollywood Investors is yet another candid brick and mortar (online) outlet for those seeking film financing. You will find that this entity is still under development. But they do claim to be “giving filmmakers the creative and financial freedom to produce films with high artistic and commercial potential.” The entity boasts the fact that they have the propensity to raise as much as $50-million in working capital for filmmakers.

Next Wave Films is a popular company that provides film financing, and they even tailor to filmmakers on a shoestring budget. This nonprofit organization requests that a filmmaker who is seeking film financing submit rough cuts at “any stage of the film” for consideration. They offer up to $100,000 in film financing for approved feature-length cuts.

Webcinema is a nifty nonprofit that specializes in helping to connect aspiring filmmakers to the companies that can fund their projects. They take a different, unique approach to connecting filmmakers with film financing, stating on their website that, “without nonprofit status to receive funding from sources that limit their funding to nonprofit organizations.”

Gold Rush Entertainment is a Canadian based independent filmmaker that also provides film financing for approved feature-length cuts. Their website reads, “Goldrush Entertainment Inc. is a fully operational, Montreal-based production house forging new standards in the independent film market.” Filmmakers interested in connecting with this company can garner interest by contacting them online to explore options with project submissions for consideration.

You can get more information about Film Financing by visiting Film Investment Canada