jimbow8 Wrote:Any luck with distribution yet? Film festivals?
We've had quite a few offers for distribution but the offers aren't very good nor are the companies offering very reputible. That's the wonderful thing about the internet: I can track down the director/producers of films who have dealt with these companies and find out their experiences.
The last thing I want is to sell this movie everyone worked so hard on only to lose all rights to it and never see a dime. So that's why I'm taking matters into my own hands and doing self distribution. I maintain all rights and control of the film.
The self distribution could last indefinitely or only a few weeks. It all depends on what deals come up, how reputible the company is, etc.
As for festivals we're sticking to local ones as of now just due to the cost of submission and, if accepted, the cost of flying and hotel stay. I'm getting married next year and can't plop down $200-$500 per festival. We're waiting to hear back from a few midwest festivals so if anything pops up I'll let you know.