Alex Hannell
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About Alex Hannell
Alex has a talent for seeing a clear path through difficult issues and making the complicated simple. His years of experience in the film and TV business mean he knows when to stand firm and when and how to compromise. He can identify and focus on the things that really matter.
Chris Matson, Head of Business Affairs, Magnolia Pictures / HDNet Films / Landmark Theatres, New York (previously Business Affairs Director, HBO)
Alex makes the connections and relationships in the business that count. His negotiation style is smart not smug, firm but not aggressive and combines extensive industry know how with practical business savvy to get deals done in a simple and effective manner. His flexible and persuasive style has made him one of the best entertainment lawyers* I’ve ever worked with.
Adam Smith, Senior Vice President, Business Affairs, Warner Bros. Pictures International
* Note: before working in-house and in business affairs Alex qualified and worked as a solicitor and is therefore sometimes referred to as an “Entertainment Lawyer” although he currently chooses to be “non-practising” as permitted under the Law Society rules (see Alex’s profile for further details).
Alex’s knowledge of the film and TV business means he understands what is important to both parties and comes up with creative solutions that work for everyone. As he’s worked at all levels (production, distribution and for large and small companies) he understands how those businesses operate which is important in negotiating deals that work in practice.
Norma Acland, General Counsel, Carsey Werner, Los Angeles
As a small and diverse creative agency, Alex’s approach is of enormous benefit to Knifedge‘s business. He is on hand to advise on anything from shareholders' agreements through to acquiring theatrical rights on a TV property. Alex‘s approach is considered, well thought through, concise and appropriate.
Matthew Freeman, Joint MD, Knifedge Creative Network, London
Alex has the experience, the skills … and an abundance of patience to go with them. His ability to write and communicate simply and clearly really helps in getting the deal done efficiently. He has helped me with numerous film distribution deals and it is my pleasure to give him a testimonial.
Tony Lytle, Independent Film Distributor, London (previously 111 Pictures, Sony and New Line Cinema)
Alex, thanks for the draft, that‘s great and skilfully covers all the points we raised yesterday.
Barry Campbell, 7Hz Recordings
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