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Indie movies are having a surprising comeback in a bleak time for Hollywood

Indie films are experiencing significant success through strong box office performance and effective audience targeting.
The indie market is thriving due to innovative distribution methods and social media marketing strategies.

Sundance 2025: Famed film fest is back, a lot of it available online

Sundance 2025 lineup features 88 films, screened from Jan. 23 to Feb. 2 in Utah, with online streaming options available.
The festival is in search of a new permanent location, with Utah remaining the site for 2025.

Indie movies are having a surprising comeback in a bleak time for Hollywood

Indie films are experiencing significant success through strong box office performance and effective audience targeting.
The indie market is thriving due to innovative distribution methods and social media marketing strategies.

Sundance 2025: Famed film fest is back, a lot of it available online

Sundance 2025 lineup features 88 films, screened from Jan. 23 to Feb. 2 in Utah, with online streaming options available.
The festival is in search of a new permanent location, with Utah remaining the site for 2025.
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#a24

The 10 Best Horror Films of 2024 | Features | Roger Ebert

Horror films, though niche, are gaining momentum as non-horror distributors leverage their popularity to succeed at the box office.

Prison drama Sing Sing to screen in over 1,000 actual prisons

A24's distribution of 'Sing Sing' includes screenings in prisons, emphasizing accessibility and community engagement tied to its narrative.

Where to Watch The Brutalist'

The Brutalist won multiple Golden Globes but is difficult to access due to limited theatrical release.

The 10 Best Horror Films of 2024 | Features | Roger Ebert

Horror films, though niche, are gaining momentum as non-horror distributors leverage their popularity to succeed at the box office.

Prison drama Sing Sing to screen in over 1,000 actual prisons

A24's distribution of 'Sing Sing' includes screenings in prisons, emphasizing accessibility and community engagement tied to its narrative.

Where to Watch The Brutalist'

The Brutalist won multiple Golden Globes but is difficult to access due to limited theatrical release.
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30 Years Later, The Most Iconic Action Classics Are Finally Getting The Upgrade They Deserve

John Woo's impactful catalog is set for reappraisal due to a recent deal, revitalizing his foundational work in action cinema.

BFI Distribution Awards: 'Io Capitano', 'Copa 71' & 'Kneecap' Among Largest 2024 Recipients

The BFI distributed significant cash awards to support diverse cinema releases in 2024, notably for targeted marketing campaigns.
#animation

GKIDS Acquired by Toho in Major North-American Expansion for Japanese Studio

Toho's acquisition of GKIDS expands its presence in North America, enhancing distribution capabilities for animated and live-action films.

You could spend the rest of your life watching amazing animated shorts on YouTube

YouTube's algorithm can both enhance and limit viewers' experiences by promoting content based on past viewing habits.
Watching animated shorts on YouTube supports independent animation and nurtures creative storytelling.

GKIDS Acquired by Toho in Major North-American Expansion for Japanese Studio

Toho's acquisition of GKIDS expands its presence in North America, enhancing distribution capabilities for animated and live-action films.

You could spend the rest of your life watching amazing animated shorts on YouTube

YouTube's algorithm can both enhance and limit viewers' experiences by promoting content based on past viewing habits.
Watching animated shorts on YouTube supports independent animation and nurtures creative storytelling.
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How a slapstick movie idea about beavers went from the bar to one of 2024's biggest indie hits

Hundreds of Beavers showcases the success of microbudget filmmaking against the backdrop of mainstream cinema's big-budget dominance.

The HackerNoon Newsletter: The Product Manager's Decision Making Dilemma (11/7/2024) | HackerNoon

Netflix is being challenged by filmmakers regarding its film distribution strategy.
Generative AI wrappers are becoming profitable without requiring coding skills.
'Data-driven' decision-making in product management is more complex than it seems.
#clint-eastwood

Juror #2: the curious case of the missing Clint Eastwood film

The distribution strategy for Clint Eastwood's final film, 'Juror #2', raises questions about its promotion and overall fate, especially in the US market.

Juror #2 Reflects the Major Themes of Clint Eastwood's CareerDown to Its Unpredictable Ending

Clint Eastwood's 'Juror #2' brings attention to classic themes of truth and morality while also being a fresh take on courtroom dramas.

Juror #2: the curious case of the missing Clint Eastwood film

The distribution strategy for Clint Eastwood's final film, 'Juror #2', raises questions about its promotion and overall fate, especially in the US market.

Juror #2 Reflects the Major Themes of Clint Eastwood's CareerDown to Its Unpredictable Ending

Clint Eastwood's 'Juror #2' brings attention to classic themes of truth and morality while also being a fresh take on courtroom dramas.
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#donald-trump

Trump Biopic The Apprentice' Gets U.S. Release Date

The Apprentice biopic about Donald Trump is set for release on October 11, timed strategically ahead of the presidential election.

What to Know About The Apprentice,' the Controversial Trump Biopic

Trump allegedly opposes the biopic "The Apprentice," which illustrates his early years and rise in real estate.

Trump Biopic The Apprentice' Gets U.S. Release Date

The Apprentice biopic about Donald Trump is set for release on October 11, timed strategically ahead of the presidential election.

What to Know About The Apprentice,' the Controversial Trump Biopic

Trump allegedly opposes the biopic "The Apprentice," which illustrates his early years and rise in real estate.
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Tribeca Films Distribution Label to Partner with Kanopy and Kinema on Streaming Deal: More People Deserve Access to Great Films'

Tribeca partners with Kanopy and Kinema to enhance access to independent cinema through library-based streaming.

Why You Should Visit the (Mobile) Criterion Closet in Your City

Criterion's mobile Closet offers film fans a direct and fun way to engage with classic films in a unique shopping experience.

How Kevin Smith Keeps Adapting to a Constantly Changing Industry

Kevin Smith embraces his indie roots to adapt in shifting film distribution landscape and ensure his movies find continual exhibition.

Why Indie Film Distribution Is Becoming Harder Than Ever

The importance of universal storytelling and social media in film distribution and promotion is critical for success in a post-pandemic landscape.

Is TIFF's People's Choice Winner 'The Life of Chuck' an Oscar Contender?

The Toronto International Film Festival showcased Oscar hopefuls and faced challenges with sales and audience attendance.
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4 months ago

Trump film 'The Apprentice' finds distributor, will open before the election

The film 'The Apprentice' has found a distributor, planning a release before the election to capitalize on political interest.

The Wildest New Superhero Movie Is Still Stuck in Limbo

The Toxic Avenger's theatrical release remains uncertain despite its festival success and critical acclaim.

The most difficult movie to see of the past decade is now streaming

Memoria, a unique film experience, achieves a blend of genres and storytelling styles, best suited for cinematic viewing.

Getting Your Film Seen: 10 Rules Every Filmmaker Must Know Right Now

The landscape for independent filmmakers and film distribution is rapidly evolving and uncertain, requiring new strategies beyond traditional premiere sales.

All the Films Sold at Cannes 2024

Cannes Film Market highlights prestigious festival titles such as 'The Seed of the Sacred Fig' and 'The Entertainment System Is Down' with notable distribution deals.

The Megalopolis trailer might be the coolest thing I've ever seen

Francis Ford Coppola's long-anticipated film 'Megalopolis' faces distribution challenges despite its awe-inspiring trailer.

Biggest Reason Why Most Filmmakers Fail At Marketing - Jon Reiss

Distribution and marketing a film are interconnected, with marketing being crucial to incentivize audiences to watch the film even if it's readily available on various platforms.

Pride Pictures will bring international queer films to North America

Canada-based distributor Indiecan Entertainment is launching Pride Pictures, a new arm focused on LGBTQ-themed films.
Pride Pictures aims to bring international queer films to North American audiences, particularly those that are underrepresented in the filmmaking community.

I think therefore I scam!' The lost masterpiece about the con artist who did 36 successful hysterectomies

Chameleon Street, a film that won the grand jury prize at the 1990 Sundance film festival, struggled to get a release and the director, Wendell B Harris Jr, never made another film.
Chameleon Street was recently given a US streaming release and is available for the first time in the UK, allowing the director's work to be widely seen after 30 years of fighting for distribution.

Netflix Has The Best Assassin Movie of 2024 - Why Is It Being Buried?

Hit Man was praised as a hidden gem and one of the best films of 2023.
Glen Powell's performance in Hit Man was lauded as his potential breakout role.
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