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Choosing Film Festivals
In this episode, host Jeff Everett breaks down the complex world of film festivals and what indie filmmakers need to know before submitting their work. He explores why filmmakers chase festival runs, the value of audience feedback, and the unique experience of screening your film in front of strangers rather than friends and family. Jeff also highlights the real purpose of festivals as a celebration of indie filmmaking—contrastingthem with film markets, which focus strictly on business and distribution. He explains why many myths around “being discovered” at festivals are largely unrealistic…
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