In this episode of Frankly Festivals, hosts Jon Gann and Bart Weiss discuss the intricacies of film festivals, offering valuable advice for filmmakers. They explore the history and purpose of festivals, the challenges of organizing them, the importance of doing research before submitting films, and the necessity of building community and networking within the film festival circuit. Both hosts bring their wealth of experience to demystify the festival process and emphasize the critical aspects of festival submissions, programming, and participation for aspiring filmmakers.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:37 Jon's Journey into Film Festivals
04:49 Bart's Story and Festival Challenges
08:36 The Importance of Research for Filmmakers
12:26 Navigating the Film Festival Landscape
18:04 The Reality of Running a Film Festival
23:10 Challenges and Future of Film Festivals
30:47 The Importance of Online Film Festivals
31:23 Challenges for New Festival Directors
32:30 The Role of Film Schools in Festival Education
35:15 Understanding Festival Programming and Bias
37:44 Effective PR Strategies for Filmmakers
38:10 Creative Marketing Tactics at Festivals
47:18 The Reality of Festival Submission Fees
50:36 Maximizing Your Film's Chances at Festivals
57:29 Technical Considerations for Festival Screenings
01:00:11 Final Thoughts and Advice for Filmmakers
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