Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Journal Reading

Gigantic Releasing Moves Indie Film Distribution Into New Era
by Peter Knegt (October 23, 2008)
http://www.indiewire.com/biz/2008/10/gigantic_releas.html

This article by Peter Knegt discusses the progress Gigantic Releasing is making in regards to indie film distribution. The New York based company just recently launched Gigantic Digital which is a website aimed at distributing films that won't get theatrical distribution. Each film will be about 2.99$ and the site is even encouraging filmakers to submit their own films. They hope to create a great movie experience for the viewer as well as making the indie market more accessible to those who have the desire to see such films.

2 comments:

Mark Lipsky said...

Thanks for your support of independent film Megan! Let me know if you'd like a Guest Pass to watch one of our films on the site. marklipsky at giganticreleasing dot com.

Carl Bogner said...

Hey Megan -
Am email from Mr. Lipsky already! You have an "in" in the industry! So, have you taken advantage of his invitation yet? Do so - and report back. This is the frontline of distribution and it be good to hear your comments and see your explore this frontier. Go for it.

An,also, I'd like to hear more from you, or something from you, on these posts. Your post includes no comments, reactions, discussion. I'd like to hear your take on this - I assume your mention of it is an endorsement, or that you find it interesting, but tell me more. Why is this of interest to you - as a maker, as a viewer? What are your thoughts?

Also,you were to post on _two_ articles. Is there another one somewhere? Help me out if I am missing something.

Carl