Have You Seen My Film? A Kinema Podcast

Another insightful conversation, this time with Sarah Mosses, the founder and CEO of Together Films, We dove deep into the world of film distribution and audience engagement! With over a decade of experience in film marketing and impact campaigns, Sarah shares her expertise on how to effectively target audiences for community screening tours and large-scale events.

🎬  The importance of data in understanding film audiences
🎬  Sarah's unique C-A-S-T approach to audience segmentation: Commercial, Affected, Supportive, and Tactical
🎬  Practical strategies for outreach and engagement to drive bookings for screenings
🎬  The significance of setting realistic goals and understanding your capacity when running a screening tour
🎬  How to effectively pitch your film to various audiences, especially in sensitive topics like sexual assault and domestic violence

🔗Links:
Sarah Mosses
  / sarahmosses 
  / sarah_mosses_ 
  / sarahmosses 

Together Films
https://togetherfilms.org/

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🎙️ Hosted and co-produced by Christie Marchese
🎬 Produced and edited by Ron Passaro
💻 https://kinema.com/

In this video we chat with filmmaker and exhibition consultant Barbara Twist (Film Festival Alliance) and dive deep into the art and science of windowing in film distribution. With over a decade of experience in the independent exhibition sector, Barbara breaks down for us how and why all films should have a windowing strategy.

In this episode, we explore:
🎬 The evolution of film windowing from theatrical releases to streaming platforms.
🎬  The importance of strategic marketing and audience engagement in maximizing revenue.
🎬  Practical tips for independent filmmakers on how to navigate the distribution landscape.
🎬  The significance of community partnerships and understanding your core audience.
🎬 Whether you're a filmmaker, film enthusiast, or just curious about the industry, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable advice.

More on Kinema for Filmmakers here: https://bit.ly/kinemayoutube

🔗 Links:
Barbara Twist
LinkedIn:   / barbaratwist 
The Popcorn List:   / thepopcornlist 

Film Festival Alliance
Instagram   / ffalliance 
Twitter   / ffalliance 
Facebook   / filmfestivalalliance  

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🎙️ Hosted and co-produced by Christie Marchese
🎬 Produced and edited by Ron Passaro
💻 https://kinema.com/

In this episode, we sit down with acclaimed filmmaker, author, and media strategist Jon Reiss (8above) to dive deep into the world of film distribution. With over 15 years of experience helping filmmakers connect with audiences and profitably release their films, Jon shares invaluable insights on how to set effective distribution goals.

Join us as we explore:
🎬 The importance of having a singular distribution goal and how it can guide your decision-making process.
🎬  The four primary distribution goals: Money, Career, Change the World, and Audience.
🎬  Real-life examples of filmmakers who have successfully navigated their distribution strategies based on their specific goals.
🎬 Tips on budgeting for distribution and marketing, and why it's crucial to plan ahead.
🎬  The role of festivals, theatrical releases, and awards campaigns in shaping a filmmaker's career.

Jon Reiss
Instagram:   / jonreiss 
LinkedIn:   / reissjon 
Twitter:   / jon_reiss 

8 Above
Website: https://8above.com/
Instagram:   / 8.above  

More on Kinema for Filmmakers here: https://bit.ly/kinemayoutube

🎙️ Hosted and co-produced by Christie Marchese
🎬 Produced and edited by Ron Passaro
💻 https://kinema.com/

Join us for our very first episode of "Have You Seen My Film?" as we interview industry expert Peter Broderick, President of Paradigm Consulting, and filmmaker Pulkit Datta. We dive deep into the world of film distribution, focusing on the concepts of hybrid distribution and self-distribution.

In this episode:
🎬 The differences between hybrid distribution, direct distribution, and self-distribution.
🎬  The importance of maintaining control over your film's distribution strategy.
🎬  How to effectively partner with distributors and other organizations to maximize your film's reach and revenue.
🎬  Real-world examples from Peter's extensive experience advising over 1,900 films and Pulkit's successful releases of "Invisible" and "Israelism."
🎬  Key strategies for filmmakers to engage their audience and adapt their distribution plans in a rapidly changing landscape.

Peter Broderick / Paradigm Consulting
Website: http://www.peterbroderick.com/

Pulkit Datta
Website: http://www.pulkitdatta.com/
Tikkun Olam: https://www.tikkunolamproductions.com

More on Kinema for Filmmakers here: https://bit.ly/kinemayoutube

🎙️ Hosted and co-produced by Christie Marchese
🎬 Produced and edited by Ron Passaro
💻 https://kinema.com/

Hi there, and welcome to Have You Seen My Film?: A Kinema Podcast on Independent Distribution. I’m Christie Marchese, the founder and CEO of Kinema and your host for this series. In each episode, I interview an industry expert or filmmaker (or both), and we focus on one specific aspect of a good film distribution strategy. And with a good strategy, your film can find its audience.  If you’re a filmmaker or work with filmmakers, this is for you. 

More on Kinema for Filmmakers here: https://bit.ly/kinemayoutube

🎙️ Hosted and co-produced by Christie Marchese
🎬 Produced and edited by Ron Passaro
💻 https://kinema.com/