This pair of conversations will focus on the diverse distribution options available to documentary filmmakers, a realistic projection of their revenue, and what it takes to bring their films to various audiences. Television, theatrical distributions, online platforms, video on demand, do-it-yourself models—the options are varied and many. Is theatrical distribution still the gold standard?  What’s the best way to have work seen? And does anyone stand to make any money? 

Moderated by Michelle Byrd, Run It By Byrd, Inc. and Former Executive Director, Independent Filmmaker Project. 

TAKE TWO – Panelists include Rick Allen, SnagFilms; Dori Begley, Magnolia Films / Magnet Releasing; Dan Berger, Oscilloscope Laboratories;  Gary Hustwit, filmmaker Objectified, Helvetica;  Lucy Walker, filmmaker Waste Land, Blindsight.