Esplanade is a full end to end Distributor with theatrical and digital capabilities. Esplanade Media was created to address the supply-demand imbalances of the independent Film Marketplace. We've assembled direct relationships with all the major retailers and outlets for filmed entertainment, television and the like creating a highly coveted, end to end US distributor that can support the needs of the Independent or Large Content Creator
Producers face a continual uphill battle to reduce risk and secure profits for their films from the US marketplace. Thousands of films and television shows are created each year, yet few producers have guaranteed distribution and most fail to find high-quality distribution in the marketplace. There is an undersupply of viable, real, direct end to end distributors in the marketplace and retailers are unwilling to grant direct agreements to allow additional new entrants. We will help you get your product to the marketplace
The core requirement to be a true, viable US Distributor is a complete set of direct retail agreements with all of the leading outlets and retail channels for films Theatrical: Cinemark, AMC, Regal, etc. DVD: Redbox, etc. PPV/VOD: Amazon, iTunes, Vudu, DirecTV, Dish, PlayStation, Verizon, etc. SVOD: Netlflix, Amazon, Hulu, Showtime, HBO, etc. Retailers only offer a limited number of direct agreements, making it extremely difficult to replicate the network and provides inherent value for those companies that possess such direct deals
Esplanade was founded by Michael Arrieta – former EVP and head of Sony Pictures’ Digital Division and a longtime executive in the world of film distribution. Through his personal relationships Esplanade has been able to secure a complete end to end network of such deals, enabling the company to distribute films in all windows and business models spanning Theatrical, DVD, PPV, VOD, EST, SVOD, TV and ad-supported platforms
Michael is an entertainment industry visionary with a proven track record of building and leading companies in both traditional and digital media. Michael founded Big Air Studios after leaving Sony Pictures, where he served for 12 years, most notably as Executive Vice President of the studio’s global digital business in which he spearheaded the studio’s move into the digital future through online and mobile distribution, marketing, social media, ad sales, content production and technology development. In addition, Michael has overseen the release of over 2,000 films, the creation of over 50 film/television/online series, 75 cross-platform games and 200 websites and was instrumental in the rollout of new businesses that have materially altered the media landscape. He has served as a strategic consultant and advisor to companies spanning technology start ups, production companies, OTT video networks, filmmakers, major theater chains and leading retailers – each with the goal of innovation and profit maximization. Michael has his MBA from The Anderson School of Business at UCLA and is a California CPA.
We are currently taking clients in by referral only. If you have any questions or want us to review something please email support@esplanade.media and we will respond to you in 24-48 hours.