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STRONG! Directed by Julie Wyman

Could Tugg Be For You?

by filmpresence on May 16, 2012

By Sara Kiener

I’ve been in theatrical distribution for 5 years (a short time by some standards), and have already seen the playing field shift dramatically.  5 years ago, I interned at a reputable distribution company that no longer exists. 3 years ago, I placed trailers in art house theaters that …

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12 Key Traits of the “Indie-Friendly” Director

by Mynette Louie on May 14, 2012

Video Village, Indie-Style

 

Not every director is suited for low-budget indie filmmaking, and that’s OK if you’re Terrence Malick or David Fincher. But chances are, you’re not…or not yet, anyway. I get a fair number of calls from biggish directors and producers who are having trouble raising money for their …

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Jonathan Doorfman on Distributing Terri

by Cait Carvalho on April 3, 2012

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Jonathan Doorfman explains the surprise of how well Terri was received considering it was not intended for a wide commercial release.

From the 2011 Independent Filmmaker Conference.

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Ryan Werner on Self-Distribution

by Cait Carvalho on April 2, 2012

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Ryan Werner warns filmmakers that self-distribution may not be as easy as you might think.

From the 2011 Independent Filmmaker Conference.

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Producer Gill Holland on Self Distribution

by Cait Carvalho on March 29, 2012

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Gill Holland explains how creativity, motivation, and the right group of people can lead to distribution in a very small amount of time.

From the 2011 Independent Filmmaker Conference.

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David Dinerstein on Multi-Platform Distribution

by Cait Carvalho on March 27, 2012

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David Dinerstein talks about how a film must be able to play in all facets of the changing market.

From the 2011 Independent Filmmaker Conference.

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Ursula Lawrence on New Media

by Cait Carvalho on March 27, 2012

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Ursula Lawrence describes the ease of finding an outlet to distribute a film online.

From the 2011 Independent Filmmaker Conference.

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Wendy Levy on Alternative Distribution

by Cait Carvalho on March 23, 2012

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Wendy Levy explains how thinking outside the traditional form of distribution may be beneficial in amplifying an issue.

From the 2011 Independent Filmmaker Conference.

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