Beer at Sundance
The subject of producers’ reps—who they are and what they do—is one that a lot of us find confusing. And…
Film Festivals
Sweet Sixteen
MAY 10, 2003 The movie premieres at the Tribeca Film Festival. I watch from the aisle and think, “Man this…
Festival Circuit
Nestled next to majestic Mt. Tamalpais and filled with four-star restaurants, fine watering holes, and numerous natural wonders, the small…
The IFP Market’s Silver Anniversary
A painter who hijacks billboards for subversive messages against corporate advertising; a man trying to convert his car to run…
Film Festivals: The IFP Market’s Silver Anniversary
A painter who hijacks billboards for subversive messages against corporate advertising; a man trying to convert his car to run…
Small State, Big Fest
Since its inception seven years ago, the Rhode Island International Film Festival (RIIFF) has been known for putting the filmmaker…
Beyond the Beltway
Between the pomp of the Kennedy Center and the stately elegance of the Smithsonian, a diverse group of organizations, filmmakers,…
Publicity from Day One
Whether it’s Sundance or Seattle, Outfest or Newfest, film festivals are a powerful marketing platform for independent films. But many…
Building a Killer Press Kit
The press kit is the most important tool for any filmmaker seeking media coverage, but many independent film press kits…