The Truth about Film Festivals

Hosted by producer, filmmaker, and Distribution Advocates co-founder Avril Speaks, the Distribution Advocates Presents podcast includes conversations with independent film industry leaders and advocates on pressing topics. Featuring Amy Hobby (producer and Distribution Advocates co-founder), publicist Kaila Sarah Hier, Abby Sun (Distribution Advocates co-founder), and writer/former programmer Jemma Desai, this episode focuses on the role of film festival systems in the industry, looking into their efficacy in promoting discovery, dealmaking, and filmmaker connection, as well as the meaning evoked by the language and structure of such festivals.