Indie Film Distribution Secrets with Clay Epstein
Update: 2025-09-10
Description
Distribution can make or break your film. In this episode, Jeff Deverett sits down with Clay Epstein, President of Film Mode Entertainment and Chair of the Independent Film & Television Alliance, for a deep dive into the truth about indie film distribution.
What you’ll learn:
● Why distribution is the most crucial step after making your film● The role of IFTA in protecting indie filmmakers worldwide● How film markets like AFM and Cannes really work● What distributors look for when acquiring films● The harsh realities behind pre-sales, MGs, and revenue forecasts● Why only 1% of indie films succeed—and how to improve your odds● The importance of partnerships, transparency, and creating your own luck
If you’re serious about indie filmmaking, this episode is a must-listen.
What you’ll learn:
● Why distribution is the most crucial step after making your film● The role of IFTA in protecting indie filmmakers worldwide● How film markets like AFM and Cannes really work● What distributors look for when acquiring films● The harsh realities behind pre-sales, MGs, and revenue forecasts● Why only 1% of indie films succeed—and how to improve your odds● The importance of partnerships, transparency, and creating your own luck
If you’re serious about indie filmmaking, this episode is a must-listen.
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