Seeking distribution for my short film, called Dragon Tamer. Any suggestions? Let me know if you enjoy the film, and have any opportunities for distribution!! Thx
Distribution
From film festival strategies to theatrical to VOD to online options to finding and securing a sales agent the place to discuss, share content and offer tips and advice on all things related to the distribution process
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Producer at FilmBudget.com ♦ Producer, Business Affairs Consultant, Creative Executive, Filmmaker, Financier, Line Producer, Production Manager
19 hours ago
New Indie Distributors
2025 sees a few new indie distributors making their way to theaters with their films. Interesting to see their approaches.
https://jonreiss.substack.com/p/2025s-new-indie-distributors?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email
Clarification Needed on Custom Laurels for Branding
Hello! I operate Itsbuz Productions – The Rating Tales, a brand/trademark I have applied for.
I’ve created custom branding laurels to highlight curated films on my website. These laurels are not related to festivals or awards — they are only for platform branding.
From a distribution/marketing standp...
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Ewan Dunbar
- 2 weeks ago
If you think it could be interpreted as misleading it may be better to avoid using them for purposes other than indicating something that has approved use from selections/wins at film festivals or competitions.
Sumit Kumar
- 2 weeks ago
Understood. I will only use them for officially approved selections or wins. Thank you for the guidance.
Debbie Elicksen
- 6 days ago
Absolutely branding can be applied to websites and socials. Sumit Kumar people do it all the time. Branding is a look and feel, like a consistent thumbnail on YouTube or colors on Instagram. The one t...
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Sumit Kumar
- 2 days ago
Thank you for explaining! Yes, I agree branding is mainly about maintaining a consistent look and feel across platforms. And you’re right, every platform has a different type of audience and content p...
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Write, Director, Producer at International Imaginists Ltd ♦ Screenwriter, Director, Producer
4 days ago
Debbie Elicksen
- 4 days ago
I don't know if I've seen content from Saudi Arabia yet Geoff Hall. I had to check to see where The Stoning of Soraya M. was located: Jordan. I guess I'll have to check out a couple Saudi films on Net...
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Geoff Hall
- 3 days ago
Debbie Elicksen sounds like a good idea, Debbie. Please let me know what you find.
Podcast
Hi friends, are there any podcasts you like to listen to that talks about distribution??
Debbie Elicksen
- 6 days ago
Great question Don Zorbas. I would add that looking for discussions on marketing and distribution doesn't have to be exclusively film-related. One can find solid gems from other industries that can be...
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Debbie Elicksen
- 6 days ago
Don Zorbas I also just found this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_HEdaUa5fNw...
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Video Distribution Strategy: 12 Best Practices for Maximum Reach and Engagement
Another written piece providing distribution tips. I particularly love this section:
Use Owned Media to Control Your Content
Owned media encompasses all digital assets that your business directly controls. It includes:
Blog
Social media profiles
All of these chan...
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Maurice Vaughan
- 6 days ago
Must-read blog, Debbie Elicksen! Thanks for sharing it! I can use some things in it to help pitch my scripts and projects, like "Repurpose Videos Across Multiple Formats."...
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Debbie Elicksen
- 5 days ago
Maurice Vaughan Awesome.
Writer / director at HIM B Productions LLC ♦ Director, Screenwriter
5 days ago
Securing Distribution
Good afternoon creatives and peers.
Can anyone help me with any information you have about securing distribution for a short film? Your expertise is highly appreciated.
Netflix Just Changed the Rules of Distribution
Netflix will release the Stranger Things finale simultaneously on streaming and in 500+ theaters this New Year’s Eve. At over two hours, it plays like a feature film, but the real innovation is the distribution model: theaters keep concession revenue, while Netflix doesn’t take box office returns. N...
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Vincent Turner
- 5 days ago
The deal was sent to Netflix to help the cinema all around, they are helping each other... Mainly Netflix saving our pastime because like Kpop people would love to watch Stranger Things end in theaters.
Shadow Dragu-Mihai, Esq., Ipg
- 5 days ago
This is an interesting move by N...
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Sandra Isabel Correia
- 5 days ago
I agree, Maurice Vaughan.This feels like a smart move that benefits both Netflix and audiences. I see it as an innovative step that could revitalize theaters while opening doors for hybrid release str...
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Sandra Isabel Correia
- 5 days ago
Exactly, Vincent Turner. Netflix and theaters supporting each other is powerful. It really feels like they’re helping revitalize cinema while giving fans that big‑screen cultural moment....
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Sandra Isabel Correia
- 5 days ago
Thanks for sharing that perspective and the link, Shadow Dragu-Mihai, Esq., Ipg. You raise an important point; the guaranteed concession model does secure profit for theaters, but it also risks creati...
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Insights on how distribution works
I found this little gem in my search for distribution tips. It's a helpful step-by-step article for newbies and independent creators. I personally think it's worth a bookmark.
https://www.ep.com/blog/beginners-guide-to-film-distribution-overview-fo......
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Maurice Vaughan
- 6 days ago
Thanks for sharing this guide, Debbie Elicksen! There's things in it that I've never heard of. I bookmarked it.
Maurice Vaughan
- 6 days ago
Hi, Leah McBean-Willis. I think you meant to post that here: www.stage32.com/lounge/screenwriting/Your-projects...
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Maurice Vaughan
- 6 days ago
You're welcome, Leah McBean-Willis. Okay. Just click "delete" underneath your name to remove your comment.
Online musical on demand
Admin please move if in wrong category:
I had this crazy(?) idea of writing a musical and making videos of each scene on Youtube. The real catch would be, that the viewers could vote after each published scene how the story should continue. Of course, there would be some guidelines and given alternatives for the plot twists.Fun, yes/no?
Maurice Vaughan
- 2 weeks ago
It sounds fun, Ville Hilden. I like the idea! It's a unique way of making and distributing a musical!
Debbie Elicksen
- 6 days ago
Ville Hilden YouTube is a fantastic distribution channel. So many creators choose it as their main site. As with anything else, no idea is crazy. Social/digital channels are perfect for experimenting....
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Head of Community at Stage 32 ♦ Creative Executive, Producer, Author
2 weeks ago
The China Box Office Test: What ‘Zootopia 2’ and ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Could Mean for Hollywood’s Future
China has long been an unpredictable but essential market for Hollywood, and this month may be one of the biggest indicators of where that relationship is headed. Two major titles are about to hit Chinese cinemas: Disney’s Zootopia 2 this week, and Avatar: Fire and Ash three weeks later.
How these fi...
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Maurice Vaughan
- 2 weeks ago
I think Hollywood can regain momentum in China, Ashley Renee Smith. One factor is making films that people in China want to see.
Paul Rivers
- 1 week ago
This is such a interesting topic and asks the huge question. Three recipients of the 2025 Noble Economics Sciences received thier awards for better explaining the process {progress of replacing old te...
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Debbie Elicksen
- 6 days ago
China is a huge market Ashley Renee Smith . HUGE.
Head of Community at Stage 32 ♦ Creative Executive, Producer, Author
1 week ago
Amazon Fire TV Introduces “Jump to Scene” — How Will This Shape the Future of Home Viewing?
Amazon Fire TV is rolling out a new Alexa+ feature that lets viewers jump directly to any scene in a film simply by describing it, even if you don’t mention the movie title at all.
This new “Jump to Scene” fun...
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Maurice Vaughan
- 1 week ago
Creator-focused features and interactive options, Ashley Renee Smith.
Dustin Richardson
- 7 days ago
Weird. But I've become so skilled at fast-forwarding and rewinding... lol. Innovations: I'd like Peacock to finally get their act together and allow you to remove things from Continue Watching, and I'...
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Hi, Austin Oneal Jones. Have you thought about Vimeo?
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Austin Oneal Jones It's a music video, no? YouTube, which is where it is. As well look at these:
https://www.maestro.io/blog/best-music-video-distribution-platforms/...
Expand commentAustin Oneal Jones It's a music video, no? YouTube, which is where it is. As well look at these:
https://www.maestro.io/blog/best-music-video-distribution-platforms/