After the Festival: Turning Independent Films Into Lasting Audiences and Revenue
For many independent films, the festival run is the high point. Once the screenings end, the audience moves on and the film becomes hard to find. This panel asks how independents can stay visible and keep earning long after the festival circuit. We will discuss discoverability, how registries and metadata help buyers and platforms find a title, and the new routes to market now open to independents, from streaming and free ad-supported channels to connected TV and licensing.