I already know about incorporating, but then what do I need to do? What lists/resources are common in the industry? Where do I find killer screenplays?
Also can a film / movie production company also be a distribution company or will I have to incorporate two different companies, one for each?|||The key to being a successful producer or distributor is making good contacts. I know it sounds cheesy, but it's true. Your company will go nowhere if you don't know other people in the industry. This goes for big Hollywood companies and well as small Independent operations.
If there is a college or university near you, there are probably people making student films. Keep an eye out on school websites or craigslist for crew calls. Go work for free. Work hard and they will remember your name. Go to local film festivals, screenings and discussions. Don't be shy and network! While I am not a fan of shameless self promotion, you need to know people who work in all aspects of the film business so that when the time comes to produce, you will have people to work for you.
Read. The book the other poster suggested is a good one. See lots of movies. Go see the big blockbusters and the little art house films. Figure out what you like. Connect with other independent production companies. Film is truly a collaborative art at every level and you cannot produce or distribute in a vacuum.
I am part of an indie company. We are an LLC and we distribute and produce under the same name.|||There's a good basic book out called "Producing, Financing and Distributing Film" by Paul Baumgarten, Donald Farber and Mark Fleischer, that should answer your question. You might also want to read "What a Producer Does" by Buck Houghton.
It also helps if you are insanely wealthy and/or just insane. Your chances for success will also increase if you know how to speak out of both sides of your mouth at the same time and never fail to underestimate the intelligence of your potential audience.
On the plus side: Things in the business are changing. Maybe you can make them change for the better.
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