Film Distribution & Marketing Archives

Advice To First-Time Filmmakers On Distribution by Jay Silverman

Film Courage: Advice to first-time/second-time filmmakers on seeking a distribution deal and then actually committing to it? Jay Silverman, photographer and director of OFF THE...

The Impact Netflix Can Have On A Filmmaker’s Life by Chris von Hoffmann

Film Courage: So with all the trials and tribulations with DRIFTER and your goal to make a film before age 30, the film eventually...

Red Flags Of A Movie Distribution Deal by Producer Mark Heidelberger

Film Courage: Red flags of a film distribution deal? Mark Heidelberger, producer: Red flags of a distribution deal? You saved one of the toughest ...

What Does A Filmmaker Need To Know About Delivering A Movie To A Distributor?...

Film Courage: When a filmmaker is making their movie, what should they keep in mind while making it and making sure they get a...

DIY Movie Release Strategies For Filmmakers by Scott Kirkpatrick

Film Courage: What thoughts do you have on DIY release strategies? Scott Kirkpatrick: Look…I guess the criticism I get a lot (or the things I...

Inside Track For Independent Filmmakers With Adam Leipzig [FULL INTERVIEW]

Former President of National Geographic Films and Publisher of Cultural Weekly Adam Leipzig shares his advice on how unknown artists can break through into...

You’re Gonna Need A Bigger Story With Houston Howard [FULL INTERVIEW]

Film Courage: Houston I understand you attended law school? Houston Howard: I did. Film Courage: When you came to Los Angeles was your focus to become...

Making A Movie Doesn’t Make Business Sense by Houston Howard

Film Courage: You mentioned briefly that finding production funds for an independent film is harder these days. Hasn’t it always been difficult? Houston Howard: It...

A Screenwriter’s Guide To The Movie Business With Scott Kirkpatrick [FULL INTERVIEW]

CONNECT WITH SCOTT KIRKPATRICK Linkedin.com Facebook.com/writingforthegreenlight Amazon Page for Scott’s Book Check out Scott's book here About Scott Kirkpatrick: Scott is the author of the book Writing for the Green...