Lets set the scenario that I'm planning to shoot and release the complete film rather than just the opening. In an ideal world, I would profit from this production but first I have to ask myself, how can I get my film to a mainstream audience?
Film Festivals
It is important to connect with your audience at a local level, which is why i'm focusing on festivals that take place in South Florida. It is both convenient for me as these locations are close to me and technically I wouldn't have to spend a lot of money in travel expenses.
The filmmaker usually can get acknowledge for completing work and submitting it, it also increases their potential to gain recognition among audiences. It is also an opportunity to meet people that have similar interest, they can share their thoughts and give feedback to each other.
Film festivals also facilitates securing deals with distributors.
-Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival Nov. 3-19
The only requirements to submit a film for this festival is to pay a fee of $40 dollars before the deadline. It is one of the biggest motions pictures events in Florida. If you are a filmmaker there are events like parties, receptions, and galas.
Last year (2019) they made about 200 screenings of 186 films from 41 countries.
Fliff Website
-Popcorn Frights Film Festival Aug. 6-14
Unlike most festivals, this one focuses on showcasing a specific genre of film. It is especially designed for horror lovers and filmmakers. They accept from full length movies to animations, even work in progress projects.
Popcorn Frights Website
Some distributions companies focus on finding the voice for unique independent films.
Companies like Indie Rights Movies makes it easy and convenient for film makers to distribute their independent films. Submitting your movie is completely free but they do ask for 20% of royalties in exchange to distribute it in a wide range of platforms (Limited Theatrical, Retail DVD/Blu-Ray, etc...)
There is also the option to of video on demand platforms (VOD), these include:
-Transactional VOD, audience pays for individual videos. Ex. Itunes, Vimeo
-Subscription VOD, audience pays a subscription fee for access content. Ex. Netlix, Amazon Prime.
-AD supported VOD, content is free with advertising. Ex.YouTube.
Digital Platforms (Social media services)
The advantages of these platforms is that it enables filmmakers to reach fans without spending
large sums of money.
Usually creators use platforms like YouTube or Vimeo to upload their content.
One of the most useful social media platforms that I found for new filmmakers and overall content creators is Reddit, they have a community that is exclusive to Filmmaking. With over 857k members, it is the best place to get and share feedback on these types of projects.
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