Using Crowdfunding to kickstart distribution For many people not fully invested in the world of distribution there are likely to be some misconceptions about what is needed for a successful release. Film distributions might seem like a brief time after the film is finished when it is sent out there in the world, where it magically travels to the cinemas, TVs, laptops, and smartphone screens of the eager audiences that have long been waiting for it. Not so much so! Filmmaker a

“It’s all filmmaking” The DIY drumbeat has grown louder and louder during the past few years, with filmmakers taking the entire distribution to their own hands. This includes selling the film, negotiating all the deals and arranging all theatrical and community viewings not to mention grabbing the attention of the press. A lot of work. Some filmmakers who wish to keep their focus on making films and developing new projects wish to go down the all rights route, simply selling