Clay Epstein is the President and Owner of Film Mode Entertainment, a worldwide sales and  distribution entity with a producer friendly initiative. In addition to representing worldwide rights, Clay executive produces many of the company’s titles. In 2021, Film Mode launched a consulting division offering producers expertise and guidance on financial models, marketing, and distribution strategies.

Film Mode has had recent successes with films such as CRYPTO starring Kurt Russel, LITTLE PINK HOUSE starring Catherine Keener and Mayim Bialik’s directorial debut AS SICK AS THEY MADE US starring Dustin Hoffman, Candice Bergan, Dianna Agron and Simon Helberg.

Prior to Film Mode, Clay was SVP Sales & Acquisitions at Arclight Films. He was instrumental in acquiring and representing high profile films such as Paul Schrader ’s DOG EAT DOG starring Nicolas Cage, and the Spirig  brother’s PREDESTINATION starring Ethan Hawke. Earlier in his career, Clay represented prestigious titles such as TSOTSI (2006, Academy Award Winner for Best Foreign Language,) and THE LAST STATION (2010, Academy Award Nominee for Best Performance by an Actress.) Clay earned a BA in Fine Arts, from California State University, Northridge majoring in Film Production and minoring in Italian Language.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, he holds the elected position of Chairman of Independent Film and Television Alliance. Clay is an instructor at UCLA Extension, and a frequent lecturer at film festivals worldwide., a member of PGA, FIND, BAFTA LA, and the Australian Academy Cinema Television Arts.

After graduating with a Bachelors Degree in Business and Marketing from the Ecole Superieure de Commerce in Bordeaux, France, Mathilde moved to Los Angeles, CA.

Soon after, she was hired by Hannibal Pictures as a Sales and Marketing Executive in 2003.

In 2004, she was promoted to Director of International Sales & Marketing, where she oversaw the sales of theatrical pictures to all major territories. In 2006, Mathilde joined Lightning Entertainment, as Director of International Sales. She was responsible for the international sales of of all new titles in addition to a 200+ title library.

In 2008, she was promoted to Vice President of International Sales, where she took on more managerial duties, including the supervision of Business Affairs and Marketing in addition to her sales responsibilities

In April 2016, she was promoted to Head of Sales, and her responsibilities expanded to overseeing the entire sales department.

In early 2017, Mathilde joined Film Mode Entertainment as COO where she runs day to day operations, business affairs and business development in addition to international sales. Mathilde was listed in the Screen Daily 50 Future Leaders in Sales and Acquisition and was a Board Member of the Independent Film and Television Alliance.

Henry Finer is Manager, Worldwide Sales & Acquisitions at Film Mode Entertainment, where he focuses on identifying, acquiring, and selling independent films in the global marketplace. With a passion for commercially driven independent cinema and distinctive creative voices, he is dedicated to discovering filmmakers and projects that resonate with international audiences. He works closely with producers and distributors to develop sales strategies and bring films to audiences worldwide.

Henry served as an Associate Producer on the action feature DIABLO, starring Scott Adkins and Marko Zaror. Prior to joining Film Mode, he was the Marketing & Sales Coordinator at Bleiberg Entertainment, where he gained experience in acquisitions, marketing, and international distribution.

Henry graduated from Tulane University with a double major in Business Management and Digital Media Production.

After graduating from The University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) with a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics/International Studies, Boris Geiger, a French native, started his career in accounting in the Entertainment Industry. Boris worked for independent movie producer James Egan and the company Wild At Heart Films which produced documentaries such as Angels In The Dust with Participant Films, Wild About Harry and The Defector. After that, Boris joined the team of Alain Siritzky Productions as their Staff Accountant. Over his 14 years working for Alain Siritzky, the famed producer of the Emmanuelle Erotic Franchise, Boris developed his knowledge of all the aspects of accounting and finance specific to the Independent Film Industry. Boris also successfully passed his CPA exam. In 2015, Boris joined Lightning Entertainment as a Revenue Accountant. In late 2016, Boris became part of the Film Mode Entertainment team as Finance Director. Boris is in charge of all aspects of the finance of the company from producers’ participation reports to day-to-day accounting operations and yearly financial reporting.

Adam Wright is a highly respected entertainment executive with over 36 years of experience in international and domestic sales, distribution, and content management. He is the founder of Adrenaline Distribution, a full-service sales, distribution, and consultancy company representing top producers and sales companies globally.

Adam previously held senior executive roles at Voltage Pictures, Vision Films, Regent Entertainment, PorchLight Entertainment, CineTel Film, Rysher Entertainment, and Turner Pictures Worldwide Distribution. As prior board member of the International Film and Television Alliance (I.F.T.A.), he is widely regarded as a trusted industry advisor. Outside of his professional work, Adam is an advocate for comunity public safety and an active supporter of children’s and animal-related charities.