What’s wrong with the film industry - Part 1

     Posted on February 21, 2008

submit films | watch films | learn to make films | fest news | fest streamGet the special Embed code or quicktime download links here. This is a video about how film festivals are suppose to function as a filter to decide which films are seen by distributors and therefor end up getting in front of audiences. It details some examples of how filmmakers have become empowered to side step that system and find audiences directly.

We want to share with other filmmakers the opportunities we’ve had with our own films so we’ve banded together a growing team of filmmakers, web developers and distribution partners to create From Here to Awesome.

If you have a film you want the world to see or if you want to see films outside of the standard hollywood status quo then Subscribe to From here to Awesome’s Video Channel.

  1. Mike Said,

    Watched this over the FHTA blog - you all did a great job, I love the animation :)

  2. anon Said,

    Glad to see some power to the pixel event with you guys and Lance. This whole thing throws up for me an unending world of questions and possibilities. Whilst I feel slightly odd about working for an independent distribution company in regards to a lot of what is felt on the net and beyond on the subject- all I can say is that I agree with so much you guys have said and done and hope in the future I can help change the system from the inside.

  3. SolShine7 Said,

    This is exactly what the film industry needs. Rethinkign distrubution is a must. Great job!!!

  4. Paulie Said,

    I have always loved independent films. Arin, you are an inspiration!

  5. Colleen Said,

    Hello Arin!

    In reaction to the broken distribution model, I am starting a business that aims be an amazing tool that independent filmmakers can use in order to get their dvds in front of millions a people a month for purchase. I would love to talk to you about the business and get your feedback. This could be interesting for FEM and From Here to Awesome.

    Thank you for being a stand for all independent filmmakers everywhere - it is very inspiring!! Hope to hear from you soon.

    Best, Colleen

  6. Sherry Smith Said,

    It was great meeting you in person at SXSW! What you guys are doing is incredible. You will truly find your life when you align your mission with your passion…

    I think you are on to it my friend.

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