Film Marketing & Distribution: An Independent Filmmaker's Guide

By: Sadler, Jonathan

Breaking into the world of independent filmmaking is one thing - getting your film seen is another.

In this essential guide, you'll discover how to navigate the often overlooked, yet critical, aspects of marketing and distribution, ensuring your project reaches the audience it deserves.

From crafting an effective publicity campaign on a tight budget to understanding the evolving digital landscape of VOD platforms, this book is packed with real-world insights and practical advice. Learn the importance of securing optimal cinema support, leveraging festival circuits strategically and mastering the art of audience engagement in a competitive market.

Featuring expert interviews with filmmakers and industry professionals, Film Marketing & Distribution: An Independent Filmmaker's Guide offers a candid look at the challenges and opportunities awaiting independent filmmakers. Whether you're releasing your first feature or your third, fourth or fifth, this guide provides you with the tools to stand out in a crowded industry.

If you've poured your heart into making your film, this is the book that will help you get it seen.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 085730612X
• ISBN13: 9780857306128
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Creative Essentials
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.1"