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Artwork & Trailers: The Make-or-Break Tools of Indie Film Distribution
You made a great film — now how do you get anyone to watch it? In this episode of Indie Filmmaking Truth & Reality, host Jeff Everett breaks down why artwork and trailers are the two most important elements in indie film distribution. With thousands of titles competing for attention on streaming platforms, Jeff explains how thumbnail artwork, color choices, character focus, and title treatment can determine whether a viewer stops scrolling or clicks away. Drawing from real-world experience, he covers why artwork comes before the trailer, why simplicity beats crowded ensemble designs, how to…
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