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How to Do a Theatrical Release for Your Film with Annalisa Shoemaker (Suncatcher Productions)

How to Do a Theatrical Release for Your Film with Annalisa Shoemaker (Suncatcher Productions)

Update: 2025-06-10
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Do you need a theatrical release for your film? Why is it important? Can you do it on my own or should you hire someone?

Annalisa Shoemaker, the founder of Suncatcher Productions, answers these questions for us. With over a decade of experience leading theatrical distribution campaigns at Amazon Studios and Focus Features, Annalisa shares her expertise on how filmmakers can successfully navigate the complexities of getting their films into theaters.

In this episode, we discuss:
🎬 The different models of film distribution, including traditional and independent approaches.
🎬  The critical importance of theatrical releases for a film's overall distribution strategy.
🎬  Case studies of successful films like "Good Bad Things" and the Oscar-nominated "To Kill a Tiger," including marketing strategies and community engagement.
🎬 Tips for filmmakers on budgeting for distribution and building a supportive community around their projects.

🔗 Links:
Suncatcher Productions: https://suncatcherprods.com/
Annalisa on LinkedIn:   / annalisa-shoemaker-61bba384 
GOOD BAD THINGS on Hulu https://www.hulu.com/movie/good-bad-t...

More on Kinema for Filmmakers here: https://bit.ly/kinemayoutube

🎙️ Hosted and co-produced by Christie Marchese
🎬 Produced and edited by Ron Passaro
💻 https://kinema.com/

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How to Do a Theatrical Release for Your Film with Annalisa Shoemaker (Suncatcher Productions)

How to Do a Theatrical Release for Your Film with Annalisa Shoemaker (Suncatcher Productions)

Kinema, Christie Marchese, Ron Passaro