Episode 17: Disrupting Distribution for Indie Film with Kinema Founder Christie Marchese

Don’t miss this informative episode with host Tisha Morris and Christie Marchese, founder and CEO of Kinema, the global film distribution and exhibition platform. On the heels of The Duplass Brothers announcing their upcoming episodic, The Long Long Night, on the Kinema platform, Tisha and Christie discuss the rising potential of independent filmmaking, the changing landscape of film distribution, and the tools Kinema offers to filmmakers.

The episode also explores successful case studies, the importance of building an audience, and the valuable resource of the Distribution Playbook co-authored by Christie and Emily Best of Seed & Spark. This comprehensive discussion offers essential insights for filmmakers navigating the complex world of film distribution.

02:49 Christie's Journey into Filmmaking

04:06 Early Career and Nonprofit Work

07:28 Founding of Kinema and Its Mission

11:28 Distribution Strategies and Filmmaker Support

15:36 Success Stories and Case Studies

23:27 The Distribution Playbook

25:58 Contact Information

Connect with Kinema at:

www.kinema.com

IG/YouTube: @kinemaHQ

Visit The Distribution Playbook at www.thedistributionplaybook.com

About Christie Marchese: Christie is the founder and CEO of Kinema, a global film distribution and exhibition platform that leverages the power of community and social interaction to screen and stream films. She was previously the founder of Picture Motion where she continues to serve as Executive VP. Prior to Picture Motion, she ran impact for Righteous Pictures and led digital strategy at Participant Media. Christie is also the co-author of The Distribution Playbook and won several industry recognitions, including being named one of Fortune’s Rising Female Founders in 2023 and Fast Company’s Most Creative People in 2021.