#indieflix films

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A lot of filmmakers around the world typically state of short films being nothing more than calling cards to showcase potential producers/studios on what your skills are as a filmmaker. I can’t blame them fully as generally, we weren’t educated on recent and ever growing platforms either dedicated to shorts/videos beyond just YouTube and Vimeo… and only educated in film schools that the only way to earn any money is from private premiers and hopefully win prize money from film festivals. 

And before you go ahead and say “But surely distributors can grab my film from me and put it out there on NETFLIX and Amazon prime and such…” Oh you sweet yet naive idiot. 

Firstly, notable and underground distributors generally don’t take shorts unless its made from Pixar or a famous director or something since they get as much eyeballs as much compared to features and documentaries.

Secondly, Most popular streaming services as a rule of thumb don’t insert shorts into their catalogues. Not many people watch as much shorts in the same way we watch features or doco’s, therefore, they would consider it a waste of money for streaming services to acquisition into their catalogues if not many people by design are going to watch them frequently.

But that’s not to say its all doom and gloom with no way to earn something from your shorts. Luckily, upon during my research on film distribution whilst making my first short outside of film school “FULL CIRCLE” I would like to shed some hopeful light on new filmmakers out there that have just created a short and clueless with what do do with them more than just slot them into your showreel or film festivals. Here are the tips, ideas and platforms you can submit and monetise your shorts;

Theatrical releases = You can contact a local cinema to hire a cinema hall for you to showcase your short film on a certain date and create a ticked screening event. If their quotes aren’t listed on their websites, you can ask for a quote to help calculate costs (including marketing & DCP testing). It would be wise to contact and network with local filmmakers where you can showcase other filmmakers shorts to aid with splitting the screening hire costs. In exchange you can offer a profit share system with all involved. Make sure you invest into marketing your event locally via word of mouth and social media’s to get bums on seats. You can also offer mercy to throw into the mix like posters, t shirts, USB’ etc… if done right, this can be a potential source of income from your short film.

. Website = You can create a filmmakers website to showcase and sell your shorts directly from your followers and customers. The price is up to you and can create one via Wix, square space, Shopify etc…

. Shortly = Shortly is a platform/App with the intent of exclusively streaming short films around the world. It’s a Combination of SVOD/AVOD options for filmmakers to monetise their shorts when they submit here. It’s a relatively new platform but its gaining traction amongst new filmmakers and new streamers.

. Vidiverse = founded by Notable Director Alex Proyas (The Crow, iRobot, Gods of Egypt), Vidiverse was created with the intention of kickstarting the commerciality of shorts in both auteur and non auteur style shorts. Shorts there can be viewed via a transaction or through a subscription. There are a few originals along with being able to directly submit your short here.

. INDIEFLIX = IndieFlix takes almost any bit of video content independently made from shorts to features to series to documentaries. They do a 50/50 split of the total generated revenue of the platform as a whole with the platforms and filmmakers. 

. Film hub = (kanopy, slash shorts) A platform  where filmmakers big and small can self upload almost any form of content wether they are Features, shorts, Documentaries or music videos. They’ll be forwarded to all the streaming platforms under their belt that accept your content and have some big streaming companies like Amazon prime, Apple TV and Hulu etc… Their primary methods of earning money are TVOD, SVOD and AVOD. Ther’es no upfront fees to upload your shorts but they do take 20% of total revenue made monthly or quarterly.

. Cineshort = An app platform where they showcase short films around the world both old titles to award winning festival run shorts. Their primary method of earning money are TVOD, SVOD and AVOD.

. WeShorts = A short film streaming platform based in Italy but they accept shorts that contain any language. They operate under an SVOD model.

. Facebook watch = This one goes without saying but for those living under a rock for a few years, you can upload and monetise all kinds of video content on facebook watch. As long as you have a facebook account/page, you’re good. They operate and monetise on via ads per certain views (they fluctuate and very due to type of content and from location to location). This seems to be an ever growing platform for short form content.

. Twitter/X = Thanks to their recent ad revenue share program, you can upload your short film and posts related to your content in general and start earning even use from ads and sponsors.. There are some conditions you must follow through however to be eligible, like having a premium account, min 500 followers and at least 5M organic impressions within 3 months, so try to drive as much traffic as you possibly can to achieve this creatori to start making money on twitter.

. FENIX360 = A growing TVOD platform dedicated to artists and creators as a marketplace for them to sell their content. These range from pre ticket releases to mercy to videos to even NFT’s. You can manually set the price on your short film to any amount desired during the upload process.

. Instagram reel/TikTok = cmon, you don’t really need me to let you know this is a good way right? You can re export your shorts into vertical aspect ratio along with cutting them into bite size chunks in top multiple parters and release them accordingly. They can be monetised via their creator programs where and add may show on a previous reel and earn a portion of the ad revenue from that. 

. Argo media = an established streaming service that’s dedicate to showing shorts from first releases to award winning shorts straight from Sundance. There are some shorts there with now prolific talent like Benedict Cumberbatch. Who would’ve thought?

. Dailymotion = Another form of YouTube that operates on the same basis but doesn’t seem to be  as popular compared to YouTube for some reason. Their CPM seems quite alright being $75 per hour played on your video per 1000 views, regardless of the type of content. If you can market your short well to draw people in to Dailymotion, you’d be making a good move I believe.

. Bitchute = A version of YouTube that’s more aligned with non fiction content, however you’re still at liberty to upload fictional shorts and such. This would seem like an ideal platform for short videos/documentaries. They’re operated and monetised via a shared AVOD scheme akin to twitters new scheme.

. Indie shorts = An app platform specifically for indie short films. They showcase shorts from no budget to relatively high budget shorts in any genre. They operate and monetised via AVOD.

. Shorts TV = A very notable platform tailored for shorts that has been going on for a while now. Most of their viewers stem from the UK and Europe but are growing to a global scale. They operate and monetised via AVOD and SVOD methods. 

. Shortindies = ShortIndies is…you guessed it, another exclusively short film streaming platforms primarily popular in Europe. They’re a combo of SVOD and AVOD options.

. Minute shorts = This is an OTT platform for short from India. However, they alo include western short films. Primarily AVOD based structure

. Vimeo/Vimeo OTT =  This one is pretty known in the filmmaker circles. Think of it as YouTube for creatives. You can see content ranging from music videos to feature length films. They can operate and monetise via TVOD and AVOD methods. You can either set a custom price for people to directly buy or just place ads before hand for free for people to enjoy.

. YouTube = This is an obvious one. If for some reason you don’t know what this platforms , its the biggest online video platform to date. You can earn money from uploading your short film onto here. It’s a 55/45 split with average CPM being $18-36 per 1000 views (at least in Australia, rates vary from location to location) but can generally earn a bigger CPM if your short is longer than 10 minutes.

. Patreon = A platforms where you can connect a YouTube account with and get people to donate to your channel for exclusive perks that you can custom create for your donors. You can control donation amount and different level of perks per subscription. 

. Buy me a coffee = Basically a newer alternate version of Patreon. Similar details as written above for Patreon.

. Crypt TV = a youtube network for horror short form content where they’re open to other filmmakers to submit horror shorts onto their platform for an agreed upon cut per frequency of time.

. Rooster Teeth TV = A well known production company with their own platform beyond just their youtube channel. They’ve been going on for years and are know willing to take your shorts to put onto their established channels only for a 10-20% cut per quarter. Not that bad compared to other alternatives distribution wise.

. Gumroad = Just like FENIX360. Gumroad is a reputable TVOD platform dedicated to artists and creators as a marketplace for them to sell their content. These range from e-books to merch to videos. You can manually set the price on your short film to any amount desired during the upload process.

. Payhip = Just like FENIX360 and Gumroad, Payhip is a growing yet still reputable TVOD platform dedicated to artists and creators as a marketplace for them to sell their content. These range from e-books to merch to videos. You can manually set the price on your short film to any amount desired during the upload process.

. Koji = Koji seems to the creators content website that has it all. It’s the most perfect combination of Patreon, Gumroad and facebook rolled into 1 site. You can manage social media’s to posting content, especially shorts and can place/adjust the format and pricing in any way you choose to sell to your audience and followers.

. Omeleto = A YouTube channel dedicated to showing sci-fi shorts from numerous filmmakers. They also get a major cut of the revenue when submitted, approved and uploaded onto their channel. They have a noticeably big and loyal amount of subscribers with consistently large amount of views per video.

. ALTAVOD = This is another VOD platform specifically catered to indie filmmakers to upload their films onto. This was also created by Robert Schwartzen (relative of Jason schwartzen, tali’s shire and Francis ford Coppola) and is primarily TVOD and is a standard 90/10 split between the filmmakers and the platform.

. Cubestream = Another quite recent platform for filmmakers to upload their content onto. The unique thing about this one is it’s based on the crypto blockchain system.

. Rumble = Ruble is an alternative to YouTube where creators can upload their content too besides just YouTube. It’s just gaining traction as more youth ears are also using the platform.

. GUDSHO = this is a relatively new platform that filmmakers can upload their shorts onto. It has a TVOD and SVOD system along with donations possible like Patreon. 

. Shortfundly = An OTT marketplace platform based in India that you can upload your short film to. Its primarily AVOD based.

. Short film Gem = A new short film platform that runs on the trifecta of TVOD, SVOD and AVOD as sources of revenue. It's new but its getting traction to submit when you still can.

. Stock video websites: Depending on the nature of your short, you can either submit your whole short if its under a minute or edit and cut bite size chunks of your short film, then submit those clips onto various stock video sites for extra revenue for either commercial/editorial use. If your smart, you can even isolate and export some B-roll or BTS clips or even some 2nd unit backdrop clips as seperate videos to submit. Here are the well known primary stock video website i know and use;

shutter stock

Adobe stock

Depositphotos

Nimia.com

Dissolve

Artgrid

Storyblocks

123RF

Dreamstime 

Getty images

. Stock photo websites = Same principle as with stock footage listed above but with still images. Find and screenshot the best stills within your shorts and sell them as stock photos. Here are the well known primary stock photo websites i know and use;

shutter stock

Adobe stock

Depositphotos

500px

Clickasnap

Bigstock

IStocks

Alamy

Getty images

Dreamstime

123RF

Thank you all who've read this blog. I hope these platforms help you prosper to make a living as a filmmaker to the max. Good luck.

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Love Transcends All: The Impactful Journey of 'By the Way' a Decade Later

“By the Way” is a heartfelt 2013 short film directed by Shanti Lowry, written by Chioke Dmachi. The film features a talented cast, including Chioke Dmachi himself, along with Chris Salvatore, Sabrina Revelle, and Sarafina King. Shanti Lowry is an American actress and dancer known for her roles in “Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle” and as Dionne Taylor on the TV series “The Game.” Chioke Dmachi,…

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<img src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/1046530452657279067/1257713695656644639/kvibestudios_Create_a_cinematic_blogpost_thumbnail_image_depict_79c3a14e-7961-4bb0-9b90-75940f8c3129.png?ex=668568a8&is=66841728&hm=835fcbfb87b489fa7220a9c345da29f6d120a61025951134c976048a80faced2&"> Thriving in the Indie Film Landscape

Navigating your way through the independent film market has never been straightforward, and these days, the challenges seem even more pronounced. With the dwindling interest in conventional revenue streams and the surge of streaming platforms, the journey ahead isn't devoid of obstacles. However, by making a few strategic decisions and fostering a strong community, it's absolutely possible to thrive in this tough landscape.

Building a Strong Community

One of the most effective tools in my arsenal as an independent filmmaker has been a supportive community. It's about more than just creating outstanding films; it's about making connections with people who see the vision, share the struggles, and align with the goals. Through social media, local events, or online forums, cultivating a dedicated follower base provides continuous support and invaluable word-of-mouth promotion.

Think about it: when you have an audience eagerly looking forward to your next project, you’re not just relying on sporadic interest. These are the people who will show up at your screenings, fund your projects through Kickstarter or Indiegogo, and share your content. Building this community doesn’t happen overnight, but with patience and genuine interaction, it becomes one of the most fulfilling parts of being an independent filmmaker.

Leveraging New Distribution Channels

Traditional film distribution routes have been upended by the proliferation of streaming platforms. The times when theatrical releases and DVD sales were the main income streams are behind us. Adapting to new distribution channels is a necessity today. Services like Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, and Hulu offer immense opportunities but can be incredibly competitive and tough to break into for indie filmmakers.

Exploring niche streaming platforms or services that cater specifically to independent films can also be an effective strategy. Channels like FilmFreeway or IndieFlix focus on showcasing indie media, helping you reach audiences actively seeking fresh, non-mainstream content.

Another viable approach is self-distribution through your own website or video-hosting platforms like Vimeo, where you control your sales and rental prices. Direct engagement with your audience is crucial here, emphasizing the importance of building that supportive community. By doing so, you can bypass traditional gatekeepers and ensure your work reaches people who genuinely appreciate it.

Navigating the Streaming Platform Landscape

The dominance of streaming platforms is both a challenge and an opportunity. On one hand, fierce competition can be discouraging, especially when algorithms favor major blockbusters. However, these platforms can catalyze your career by expanding your reach beyond traditional boundaries.

Submitting to film festivals and contests that align with streaming services often results in distribution deals. Many indie films have gained traction this way. Persistence and continuously seeking these opportunities to get your film seen is key.

It’s also beneficial to stay updated with the latest trends and metrics. Knowing what types of content succeed on these platforms can help you tailor your pitches and marketing strategies. Be flexible and ready to adapt your vision where necessary without compromising your artistic integrity.

Final Thoughts

While the independent film market is plagued with difficulties, the keys to success lie in adapting to the changing distribution landscape, leveraging streaming platforms wisely, and most importantly, building a strong, connected community. Staying true to your passion and remaining open to innovation can break the perceived limits.

Ultimately, the shared journey with those who support your vision becomes extraordinarily fulfilling. So, here's to building bridges, creating groundbreaking films, and showing the world the essence of independent filmmaking.

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Exploring the Cinematic Cosmos: LosMovies Alternatives Light Up Your Screens

In the ever-evolving landscape of online entertainment, LosMovies stood as a shining star for movie enthusiasts around the globe. With its vast collection of films spanning genres and eras, it served as a cinematic haven for countless viewers. However, as all good things must come to an end, the farewell of LosMovies left a cinematic void that demanded to be filled. Fear not, for the universe of alternatives has risen to the occasion, promising an enchanting and diverse array of movie-watching experiences.

The Quest for Alternatives

Imagine a world where your movie cravings are not bound by a single portal. Welcome to the era of LosMovies alternatives - a constellation of platforms that offer a similarly exhilarating journey through the reels of celluloid dreams. These alternatives come in various shapes and sizes, each with its unique charm to cater to the eclectic tastes of cinephiles.

1. StreamVids

Picture a river of cinema flowing endlessly, and you have StreamVids. This platform boasts an interface that mimics the simplicity of LosMovies, coupled with a powerful streaming engine that ensures a seamless playback experience. From the latest blockbusters to the hidden gems, StreamVids gathers them all under one roof, satisfying both mainstream cravings and the quest for cinematic exploration.

2. CineVerse

For those who believe in the power of community, CineVerse emerges as a haven of shared film experiences. It's not just about watching movies here; it's about connecting with fellow movie enthusiasts. CineVerse offers virtual movie nights, discussions, and even user-generated content that adds an interactive layer to your cinematic journey, replicating the camaraderie LosMovies was known for.

3. ReelScape

In a world where recommendations are gold, ReelScape steps in as the ultimate guide. Its intuitive algorithm analyzes your viewing history and suggests movies that align with your preferences, much like LosMovies' "related films" feature. This alternative is like having a personal cinephile friend who always knows what you're in the mood for.

4. RetroCine

Nostalgia knows no bounds, and RetroCine pays homage to the classics. If you're a fan of vintage cinema or simply wish to explore the cinematic roots, this platform is your time-travel ticket. Just like LosMovies, it celebrates the timeless gems that laid the foundation for contemporary masterpieces, reminding us that the magic of cinema spans generations.

5. IndieFlix Hub

For those who crave the unconventional and the avant-garde, IndieFlix Hub offers a curated collection of independent films that challenge norms and defy expectations. This alternative follows LosMovies' tradition of shining a spotlight on underappreciated gems, giving indie filmmakers a platform to showcase their artistic brilliance.

Conclusion

The departure of LosMovies Alternatives marked the end of an era, but it also heralded the dawn of a new cinematic adventure. The alternatives mentioned here are merely a glimpse into the vast expanse of options available to movie lovers. From the nostalgia-soaked treasures of RetroCine to the interactive community of CineVerse, each alternative is a star in its own right, contributing to the constellation of online movie platforms. So, gather your popcorn, dim the lights, and embark on a new journey through the dazzling universe of LosMovies alternatives. Your next cinematic odyssey awaits.

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SCANNERS (1981) – Episode 221 – Decades Of Horror 1980s

“All right. We’re gonna do this the scanner way. I’m gonna suck your brain dry!” Yikes! Can we not do it the scanner way? Join your faithful Grue-Crew – Chad Hunt, Bill Mulligan, Crystal Cleveland, and Jeff Mohr  – as they go in for some vintage 1980s David Cronenberg with Scanners (1981). That’s right. Somebody’s head will explode.

Decades of Horror 1980s Episode 221 – Scanners (1981)

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A scientist trains a man with an advanced telepathic ability called “scanning,” to stop a dangerous Scanner with extraordinary psychic powers from waging war against non-scanners.

  Written & Directed by: David Cronenberg 

Music by: Howard Shore

Cinematography by: Mark Irwin (director of photography)

Film Editing by: Ronald Sanders

Makeup Department:

Dick Smith (special makeup effects consultant)

Stephan Dupuis (special makeup)

Tom Schwartz (special makeup)

Chris Walas (special makeup)

Brigitte McCaughry (makeup artist)

Constant Natale (hair stylist)

Selected Cast:

Jennifer O’Neill as Kim Obrist

Stephen Lack as Cameron Vale

Patrick McGoohan as Dr. Paul Ruth

Lawrence Dane as Braedon Keller

Michael Ironside as Darryl Revok

Robert Silverman as Benjamin Pierce

Mavor Moore as Curtis Trevellyan

Anthony Sherwood as Aiden

Fred Doederlein as Dieder Tautz

Victor Désy as Dr. Gatineau

Louis Del Grande as First Scanner

Jeff has always been drawn to stories of humans with paranormal powers so Scanners is right up his alley. He came for the legendary exploding head and stayed for the story . . . and, of course, Patrick McGoohan’s and Michael Ironside’s performances. Bill saw Scanners in a theater and witnessed the audience flipping out at the scene. It is the closest thing to an X-men movie he’d found up to that time. After his buddy snuck him into the theater, Scanners seemed like a superhero movie to Chad. Even now, he enjoys it more every time he watches it, always noticing something new.

It probably goes without saying, but as usual, they say it anyway. Michael Ironside! Holy Cow! His performance is . . . over-the-top? Uninhibited? Off the wall? Sick? Dope? Well, you get the idea. They ran out of words.

At the time of this writing, Scanners is available to stream from HBOmax, Criterion Channel, and IndieFlix as well as some PPV options, and on physical media as a Blu-ray from Criterion.

Every two weeks, Gruesome Magazine’s Decades of Horror 1980s podcast will cover another horror film from the 1980s. The next episode’s film, chosen by Bill, will be Dragonslayer (1981). They don’t need any stinking CGI.

Please let them know how they’re doing! They want to hear from you – the coolest, grooviest fans – so leave them a message or comment on the gruesome Magazine Youtube channel, on the website, or email the Decades of Horror 1980s podcast hosts at feedback@gruesomemagazine.com.

Check out this episode!

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An Update From the IndieFlix Foundation

What are you most thankful for this year?

We are thankful for the good work and positive impact of the IndieFlix Foundation which raises funds to bring social impact programs to underserved schools. This year their big focus has been anxiety in schools. Here’s a little more about IndieFlix Foundation from founder Scilla Andreen.

Dear Friends,

I believe film is one of the most powerful mediums on the planet and we at the Foundation feel stories can have positive, life-changing impact when followed up with conversation. I’d like to share a little bit about what we do and what we support at IndieFlix Foundation. As we pulled the data to share with you I found myself in awe of how much has been accomplished this year; thanks to generous gifts, support, introductions, feedback and the hard work of many who assist in getting the word out. We are seeing and feeling the positive impact the projects we support are having in schools and communities across the country as well as abroad. They are reaching kids as young as 7 years old and seniors who are discovering for the first time that what they’ve felt their whole lives has a name; it’s called anxiety and it’s treatable.

Finding Kind a film about girl bullying has almost completed it’s 14th Founders Tour. Angst has booked school screenings spanning 20 countries and we just held test screenings of LIKE, a documentary about the impact of social media on our lives. Lastly, we’ve just created and launched the Creative Coping Toolkit (CCT), an interactive companion program designed to normalize and easily keep the conversation going about anxiety, social media challenges, digital addiction and mindfulness in schools and at home.

This year some of the projects we have supported have a combined reach of over 600K students and families as young as 7 years old. Thanks to you, we are changing lives for the better. These projects model conversations about mental health, bullying and empowerment. They teach coping tools, share resources and ultimately open hearts and minds to build a stronger social, emotional community.

Below is a brief update of some of the projects we have supported.

Thank you and happiest of holidays.

Sincerely,

Scilla Andreen Founder IndieFlix Foundation & the IndieFlix Foundation Board

Finding Kind Still Screening in Hundreds Of Schools

In October, Finding Kind a documentary about girl bullying embarked on it's 14th Founders Assembly Tour with filmmakers Lauren Paul and Molly Thompson. Since 2009, Finding Kind has had thousands of screenings around the world. This was the first project we supported and its mind-boggling to think here we are 8 years later and Finding Kind is still having an impact in schools around the world. It's a testament to Lauren and Molly and their dedication to help eradicate bullying through their foundation Kind Campaign.

Watch the Finding Kind Trailer

Angst (2017) One Year 1000 School Screenings

In just one year, Angst a documentary about raising awareness about anxiety has been booked in almost 1000 schools and communities in 20 countries. Recently, Angst was featured at the Mill Valley Film Festival to kick off their year-round educational programming in schools. We have received calls and emails sharing stories of how Angst has helped to improve the lives of some children and provided more understanding of teen suicide. We will be posting some of these stories on our website in the coming weeks as we clear it with the families to share.

Here's a snapshot of a recent survey of 2950 people across the country:

Gender 70.3% female, 28.3% male,1.4% other

53.4% students, 28.1% educators/counselors, 18.5% parents

80.6% believe anxiety is on the rise

96.8% think watching Angst could be helpful for teens

58.5% would be more open to talking about anxiety after watching Angst.

For full survey results please visit angstmovie.com

Watch the Angst Trailer

LIKE (2018) Are We Addicted To Social Media?

LIKE (47 min) takes an in depth look at the impact of social media on our lives and what we can do to create more balance. Through interviews of kids, parents, educators and experts including Facebook "Like" button co-creator, Leah Pearlman, LIKE delves into what's really going on in the world of social media. Psychologist and author, Dr. Joe Dilley says in response to LIKE,

"...I am shocked at how moved, upset, and compelled to act I feel as a result of having seen this documentary. That LIKE will inspire you is an understatement. Quite simply, it's the most important film I've ever seen."

Thank you Dr. Dilley, we love your quote. For the full review please visit

TheLikeMovie.com

Watch the LIKE Trailer

Screenagers (2016)

Screenagers launched in 2016 and the website states more than 5,000 schools, community groups, churches, synagogues, mosques, and companies have hosted screenings in communities all over the globe. Congratulations Dr. Delaney Ruston on creating such a groundbreaking film.

Watch the Screenagers Trailer

The Bully Factor Coming (2019)

The Bully Factor addresses how bystanders can fuel bullying. They also have the power to eradicate it. The Bully Factor explores cyber-bullying, bullying amongst friends, families, co-workers and the brain science behind it all. The film and series highlights new laws and programs already reducing bullying in schools and shows us how we can all make a difference. Appropriate for ages 10+

Release is slated for Fall 2019 and will be the newest addition to the arsenal of social, emotional impact films we support to create positive, solution-focused change in the world.

Read more about The Bully Factor

About us: IndieFlix Foundation is a 501(c)(3) that promotes and supports social impact films to create social change in the world. We maintain a roster of several film projects. Some are in the early stages of development or production, while others are completed and available for public screenings. Once the films are completed, we support the screening of them year-round in public settings for communities across the United States. In most cases, we work with K-12 schools, colleges and universities, and community-based organizations to screen these films for their students, parents, and other appropriate populations. And while some schools and organizations can afford to pay for the full cost of a screening (which includes use of IFF’s curriculum materials as well as facilitation support for Q&A sessions with attendees), many – especially those serving low-income communities – cannot. IndieFlix Foundation uses grant funding and individual donations to help subsidize the costs and make screenings free to these schools and organizations.

https://www.indieflixfoundation.org/

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Liquid Media CEO Showcases Transformational Business

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Liquid Media CEO Showcases Transformational Business

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Liquid Media Group Ltd. (the “Company,” “Liquid Media” or “Liquid”) (Nasdaq: YVR), a business solutions company empowering independent intellectual property (IP) creators to package, finance, deliver and monetize their professional video IP globally, today released a letter to shareholders from CEO Ronald Thomson. The complete letter follows:

Dear Shareholders of Liquid Media Group,

The start of 2021 has been extremely productive for Liquid. As the media and entertainment markets continue to evolve globally, we see incredible opportunities to scale our business and support creators to generate sustainable success.

Over the past year, consumers have been craving and consuming high-quality video content more than ever before – across streaming programs, series and films to epic cinematic scenes in their favorite video games. They’ve watched entire libraries of TV and film programming and logged hours upon hours on gaming consoles. This evolution in consumer behavior is driving massive demand for new TV, film and gaming options – and audiences and experts alike believe that demand is here to stay.

Video shoots and productions are, thankfully, up and running again in many locations after a year-long health crisis that stopped the world in its tracks, with the entertainment industry hard hit. Faced with new challenges, independent producers need more support than ever on the business side so that they can focus on what they do best – creating amazing stories.

Liquid’s recalibrated business strategy leverages our core assets, infrastructure and talent to drive our four-stage solution engine. It’s an enhanced strategic plan we’ve been working at tirelessly in recent months. We believe it addresses a massively underserved market opportunity – and that it will provide dramatic growth and long-term upside potential for our business, driving shareholder value.

More simply put, we felt strongly that the time for small actions was over and that a big push for our business was required, the beginnings of which are evidenced by our recent announcements to acquire iNDIEFLIX, Filmocracy and iGEMS.

Business Solutions for IP Creators

Think about the businesses that have achieved success on a scale that contributes to the transformation of an industry; growth through acquisition and ownership of a closed-loop system is a common thread. This trend towards consolidation has left an increasing number of independent IP creators struggling to navigate the new landscape. Enter Liquid; as an end-to-end business solutions company, we will empower storytellers to package, finance, deliver and monetize their professional video IP globally, making it easier for creatives to take their professional content from inception through the entire process to monetization. This recalibration of Liquid’s business is an optimization of our existing assets and operations in response to a massively underserved need.

How massive is this need?

Industry veterans will tell anyone who asks that this is a significant problem in the film, TV and cinematic video games industry.

It’s hard to believe, but after all the advancements in entertainment and the technology that supports this massive global industry, there is still no existing professional, reliable and managed solution to enable studios, independent production companies and other professional video creators to source, package, finance, deliver and monetize their IP.

With demand for on-screen entertainment booming, the timing is right for us to arm media and entertainment professionals with a powerful end-to-end solution, designed to support them through every critical stage of the complete content lifecycle.

Liquid’s new platform will leverage sophisticated artificial intelligence (AI) and big data analytics technology, informed process structuring, financial risk reduction and funding, production best practices, together with monetization expertise to ensure recoupment and profitability of IP across diverse distribution. This is accomplished both through existing assets and strategic partnerships, including the recently announced Insight TV and dotstudioPRO distribution agreements, bringing our network’s total audience reach to nearly a billion households worldwide.

Strategic Vision Driven by Market Insights

Our Company is emerging as a catalyst for creative professionals, providing crucial support via Liquid’s business solutions to translate their ingenuity and imagination into a successful economic engine (and providing peace of mind).

Who are the customers for this type of platform? They include production companies, studios, distributors and financiers in the filmed entertainment industry. This comprehensive solution is an attainable path to sustained growth and profitability. We are excited about our evolution and market trajectory going forward.

In creating our business transformation plan, we considered a number of important market insights including the explosion in spending on professional video and gaming production. This spending is being driven by:

Success of new distribution channels – e.g. subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) and over-the-top (OTT) media services offered to viewers directly via the Internet, like Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+ and Hulu

High consumer demand

Adoption of new enabling technologies – e.g. high-speed and bandwidth land and mobile service

Depletion of entertainment inventories resulting from high demand during COVID-19 lockdown and lack of new production during that period

Stratification of entertainment industry

Massive projects from major studio players

Smaller scale projects as the focus of smaller independent players

Favorable environment (e.g. generous tax credits) that independent producers do not often fully leverage

Problems completing production financing, which is a widespread industry constraint

Enormous demand from numerous sectors (corporate / private, education / government / public, etc.) for training, education, edutainment, advertising and communications-related video services

As we leverage Liquid’s existing assets, infrastructure and highly experienced team, our execution program in the coming months will also encompass several accretive acquisitions together with strategic partnerships, several of which have been announced as part of our solution engine’s fourth stage – Monetization + Distribution. Healthy dialogue and negotiations are ongoing for additional opportunities across stages. These complementary initiatives will work to fulfill our end-to-end solutions value proposition for the filmed entertainment industry.

Liquid is committed to building lasting value for shareholders in the near-term as we finance and deliver our recalibrated business model internationally to the multitude of customers in our target markets.

I look forward to updating you as our business transformation continues in the coming months. In the meantime, thank you for your continued support of Liquid Media Group.          Sincerely,

Ronald Thomson CEO Liquid Media Group

About Liquid Media Group Ltd.

Liquid Media Group Ltd. (Nasdaq: YVR) is a business solutions company empowering independent IP creators. Liquid’s end-to-end solution will enable professional video (film/TV and video game) creation, packaging, financing, delivery, and monetization, empowering IP creators to take their professional content from inception through the entire process to monetization.

Additional information is available at www.LiquidMediaGroup.co.

Further information:

Primoris Group +1 (416) 489-0092 pg@liquidmediagroup.co 

Media requests:

Investor / Business Adam Bello Media & Analyst Relations Manager Primoris Group Inc. +1 (416) 489-0092 x 226 media@primorisgroup.co 

Industry Jane Owen Jane Owen PR +1 (323) 819-1122 jane@janeowenpr.com 

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This news release includes statements containing certain “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable securities law (“forward-looking statements”). Forward-looking statements are typically identified by words such as: “believe”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “intend”, “estimate”, “potentially” and similar expressions, or are those, which, by their nature, refer to future events. Such forward looking statements include, but are not limited to, that the Company will be able to consummate the acquisition of Filmocracy, and that Filmocracy will continue to increase its revenues. These statements should not be read as guarantees of future performance or results. Further, such statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to be materially different from those implied by such statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to: developments related to the COVID-19 pandemic, regulatory actions, market prices, continued availability of capital and financing, and general economic, market or business conditions. Investors are cautioned that any such statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on the beliefs, estimates and opinions of the Company’s management on the date the statements are made. The Company is under no obligation, and expressly disclaims any intention or obligation, to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as expressly required by applicable law.

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Video on Demand (VoD) Market Research Report

Video on Demand Market

The GMI Research's latest analysis reveals that the Video on Demand Market is slated to register a significant CAGR over the forecast period. This is attributed to the drastic shift of users towards online streaming from television as it provides the users to view the content as per their ease and growth in the mobile computing devices.

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Video on Demand Market’s leading Manufacturers:

·         Google LLC

·         Netflix

·         Apple

·         Amazon

·         Youtube

·         Hulu

·         Cisco

·         HBO

·         Indieflix

·         Vudu

Video on Demand Market Dynamics (including market size, share, trends, growth, forecast, and industry analysis)

Key Drivers

The drastic shift of users towards online streaming from television as it allows users to view the content according to their ease and growth in the mobile computing devices is the key drivers contributing to the growth of the global video on demand (VoD) market size. Moreover, the strong penetration of improved speed internet connectivity in the emerging countries, followed by the strong adoption of smartphones and tablets, will further surge the growth of the video on demand (VoD) market share in terms of revenue. The video on demand provides exceptional benefits, including the capability to permit the time-shifting view, enhanced scalability, and reach the viewers on different devices while providing an improved experience. According to the video on demand market analysis, the development of subscription video on demand model made by the merger between the film studios and local producers across various regions, along with the numerous technological advancements in the video on demand market, including the introduction of artificial intelligence and analytics for identifying the choice and reaction of the viewers will open new doors for the growth of the market. As per the video on demand market research, the need for high bandwidth, the high cost regarding the creation of video on demand content, and the lack of offline availability feature will hinder the growth of the market.

Component Segment Drivers

Based on the component, the solutions is projected to rise at a faster CAGR over the coming years due to the strong adoption of internet protocol television among the viewers owing to the capability to allow the subscription to the videos, followed by the feature to watch TV while surfing the internet and other reliable and safe features.

Monetization Model Segment Drivers

Based on the monetization model, the subscription-based is predicted to rise at a higher CAGR in the coming years due to the rising utilization of this monetization model as it allows the setup of various options to the users regarding the pricing of their content. The availability of several video content for entertainment, including movies, drama series, among others, is raising the preference of such monetization model among the users.

Video on Demand Market Segmentation:

Segmentation by Component:

·         Services

·         Solutions

o   Over-The-Top Services

o   Pay-TV

§  Cable TV

§  Direct to Home

o     Internet Protocol Television

Segmentation by Market by Monetization:

·         Subscription-Based

·         Transaction-Based

·         Advertising-Based

·         Others

Segmentation by Industry Vertical:

·         Travel & Hospitality

·         Media, Entertainment & Gaming

·         Education

·         Others

Segmentation by Region:

·         North America

o   United States of America

o   Canada

·         Asia Pacific

o   China

o   Japan

o   India

o   Rest of APAC

·         Europe

o   United Kingdom

o   Germany

o   France

o   Spain

o   Rest of Europe

·         RoW

o   Brazil

o   South Africa

o   Saudi Arabia

o   UAE

o   Rest of the world (remaining countries of the LAMEA region)

About GMI Research

GMI Research is one of the leading market research and consulting company that offers consulting services, syndicated research reports, and customized market research reports. We help our client to make informed business decisions and provide market intelligence studies related to the various industries such as automotive, energy, healthcare, chemicals, technology, and other sectors. Our research teams include seasoned analysts and researchers have hands-on experience in every regions, including Asia-pacific, Europe, North America, and the Rest of the World. Our market research report provides in-depth analysis, which contains refined forecasts, a bird's eye view of the competitive landscape, factors impacting the market growth, and several other market insights to aid companies in making strategic decisions. Featured in the ‘Top 20 Most Promising Market Research Consultants’ list of Silicon India Magazine in 2018, we at GMI Research are always looking forward to help our clients to stay ahead of the curve.

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The Indie Post "March| 2021 issue, BREAKING NEWS! On June 1, 2021, "GINA CAREY FILMS" is dropping the "Gina Carey Films" brand and rebranding from, "Gina Carey Films" to, "ALL INDIEFLIX".! Read all about it! Visit us today! http://www.theindieposts.com #theindiepost #movieproductioncompany #rebranding #allindieflix #namechange #newinjune #filmmaker #gnauniversalmedia #onlinemagazine #readers #QandA #inspiration #beinspired #ginacarey #Andrewsedman @ginasedman #magazine #moversandshakers https://www.instagram.com/p/CL4w5rwDjue/?igshid=ati70ph084vq

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Girls on the Run to present virtual showing of IndieFlix film to raise awareness around anxiety

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Video on Demand Market Insights, Current And Future Market Trends & Forecast Till 2027

Growth opportunities in the global video on demand market look promising over the next six years. Increasing penetration of improved speed internet connectivity in the developing countries, coupled with the rising adoption of smartphones and tablets, are the key factors driving the growth of the global video on demand market.

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Introduction of the Video on Demand Market:

The interactive TV technology that allows the users to access the programs to watch the video content in real-time of their choice on their TV or computer is called video on demand. Video on demand is one of the dynamics characteristics which is offered by Internet Protocol TV. It provides the users to select from a menu of videos of their choice. Besides this, the video data is transmitted by real-time streaming protocol and is provided as a unicast transmission. All the services are given to the users through the internet on their portable computers, home computers, advanced digital media devices, and high-end cellular telephone sets.

Video on Demand Market Dynamics (including market size, share, trends, forecast, growth, forecast, and industry analysis)

The significant shift of users from television to online streaming as it provides the users to view the content according to their ease and increase in the mobile computing devices are the major factors fuelling the growth of the global video on demand (VoD) market share in terms of revenue. According to the video on demand market analysis, some of the key drivers surging the market growth in the upcoming years include increasing penetration of improved speed internet connectivity in the developing countries, followed by the rising adoption of smartphones and tablets. The video on demand provides exceptional benefits, which include the ability to permit the time-shifting view, enhanced scalability, and to reach the viewers on various devices while providing a better experience.

The expansion of subscription video on demand model designed by the merger between the film studios and local producers across various regions, along with several technological advancements in the video on demand market such as the application of artificial intelligence and analytics for identifying the choice and reaction of the viewers will bring various growth opportunities in the market. On the other hand, the increased cost regarding the creation of video on demand content, the lack of offline availability features, and the need for high bandwidth are the factors hampering the video on demand market growth.

For further information on these analyses, please visit: https://www.gmiresearch.com/report/video-on-demand-vod-market/

Key Players of the Global Video on Demand Market:

·        Google LLC

·        Netflix

·        Apple

·        Amazon

·        Youtube

·        Hulu

·        Cisco

·        HBO

·        Indieflix

·        Vudu

Video on Demand Market Segmentation:

Segmentation by Component:

·        Services

·        Solutions

o   Over-The-Top Services

o    Pay-TV

§   Cable TV

§   Direct to Home

o    Internet Protocol Television

Segmentation by Market by Monetization:

·        Subscription-Based

·        Transaction-Based

·        Advertising-Based

·        Others

Segmentation by Industry Vertical:

·        Travel & Hospitality

·        Media, Entertainment & Gaming

·        Education

·        Others

Segmentation by Region:

·        North America

o   United States of America

o   Canada

·        Asia Pacific

o   China

o   Japan

o   India

o   Rest of APAC

·        Europe

o   United Kingdom

o   Germany

o   France

o   Spain

o   Rest of Europe

·        RoW

o   Brazil

o   South Africa

o   Saudi Arabia

o   UAE

o   Rest of the world (remaining countries of the LAMEA region)

About GMI Research

GMI Research is a market research and consulting company that offers business sights and market research reports for every enterprise, including small & medium enterprises and large organizations. Our research team helps the clients to understand the impact of market dynamics such as market size, share, drivers, growth opportunities, and other aspects. We have a team of analysts and industry experts who conduct market intelligence studies to ensure relevant and fact-based research across a wide range of sectors such as FMCG, Technology, Energy, Healthcare, and other industries. We collect relevant information about the industry using both internal and external databases. Our main focus is to keep our clients abridged of the emerging opportunities and challenges in a wide range of industries. We provide step-by-step assistance to our client through strategic and consulting services to reach a managerial and actionable decision. Featured in the ‘Top 20 Most Promising Market Research Consultants’ list of Silicon India Magazine in 2018, we at GMI Research are always looking forward to helping businesses stay ahead of the curve.

Media Contact Company Name: GMI RESEARCH Contact Person: Sarah Nash Email: enquiry@gmiresearch.com Phone: Europe – +353 1 442 8820; US – +1 860 881 2270 Address: Dublin, Ireland Website: www.gmiresearch.com

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Join IndieFlix & IndieFlix Foundation to address anxiety in our schools

                              Announcing our 2018 Give Big Campaign

Changing the world often requires changing the minds of people. One of the most effective ways to change people’s minds — by increasing awareness, by stimulating empathy — is storytelling, particularly visual storytelling.

                                     Our Goal and Who Benefits? We work with middle school through college-aged students, as well as the parents, guardians, coaches, and teachers who care about them. Our films generally screen all week and typically reach 250 to over 2,000 people per school.

Our goal is to provide screenings and supplemental materials to 25 Title I schools.

The cost for a week of screenings and supplemental programming is $1000. To donate or to learn more, click here for more information.

More News!

"There’s something about 'Angst' that makes us feel not so alone. It’s filled with hope and resources and tools." - Scilla Andreen, Executive Producer of Angst 

Video Spotlight:  Kristen Bell has anxiety and depression. Our partner,  Child Mind Institute, asked her what she’d like to tell her younger self. Click to watch.

Angst in the news:  Parent Map: "Anxiety Is Universal" — And How This Documentary Will Help

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Host a screening: Click here to learn more

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The Gas Station has been released on July 11th, 2017 and is now available for viewing on IndieFlix.

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“Allergic to Flowers” is now on IndieFlix!!!

https://www.indieflix.com/film/allergic-to-flowers-47213

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Anyone got a movie recs for independents films on IndieFlix?

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