On the Couch - #134 - MEX in conversation with Guy Macleod
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With a background in corporate law at one of South Africa’s big five law firms, Guy joined the firm in 2002 and seeing an opportunity of an under serviced sector began practicing in the broader field of media and entertainment. The firm has since grown into a formidable boutique entertainment firm that is often described as “punching above its weight” given its client base in the film and television sector both locally and internationally. With more than 20 years’ experience in the legal and business end of the entertainment industry and his involvement in the production and/or financing of more than 200 projects, Guy is in a unique position to offer quick and comprehensive advice on all aspects of film, television, development, production, financing and distribution. Guy’s clients include global financing institutions active in film and television financing, studios, streamers and production companies as well as some well-known individual creatives. Guy has numerous film and television credits to his name including the Oscar nominated film “Invictus”. He is highly regarded both locally and internationally as South Africa's leading entertainment lawyer and has been instrumental in securing production work for his clients in excess of three billion rand. Guy is also a regular speaker at industry events.
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