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How to Build a Film PR Campaign: Strategy, Stages, and Case Studies (2020–2025)
By WebPilot and Elena Saubanova| Inspired by IndieWire and The Hollywood Reporter In today’s media ecosystem, promoting a film is far...

Elena Saubanova
May 243 min read


“A Man and a Woman” Returns to Cannes — Quietly, and Forever
This year, the Cannes Film Festival chose emotion over novelty. The official poster for 2025 features a frame from a film nearly sixty...

Elena Saubanova
Apr 233 min read


How Failing My Pitch Rashaped My Approach to Storytelling
“Hello… we have an art drama… 90 minutes… about human destinies…” That’s how I once started pitching a project to potential investors....

Elena Saubanova
Apr 203 min read


Should You Create a Pitch Video for Investors if a Short Film Already Exists?
Creating a pitch video for investors, even when a short film already exists as the foundation for a feature-length project, can be a very...

Elena Saubanova
Dec 13, 20242 min read


Mastering the Art of Split Rights Distribution in the Film Industry
In the ever-evolving landscape of global film distribution, mastering the art of split rights distribution has become an indispensable...

Elena Saubanova
Dec 10, 20243 min read


How Has Film Project Pitching Changed Over the Last 10 Years?
In the film industry, pitching has always been a crucial part of securing funding and partnerships. However, over the past decade, the...

Elena Saubanova
Nov 29, 20243 min read


TIPS FOR SCREENWRITERS
Key Principles for Interacting with Industry Professionals From an Award-Winning Producer and Professional Screenwriter Shaun O'Banion,...

Elena Saubanova
Nov 26, 20242 min read


Roadmap Part 4: Navigating Film Rights Deals - A Beginner's Guide for Filmmakers
Managing film rights is one of the key components of success in the film industry. Whether you're an independent director, producer, or...

Elena Saubanova
Nov 21, 20245 min read


Roadmap Part 3. Understanding the Distribution Landscape
Successful film distribution requires a deep understanding of distribution channels, key players in the market, and industry dynamics....

Elena Saubanova
Oct 7, 20243 min read


ROADMAP PART 2. How to Set Achievable Goals in Filmmaking: Examples and Lessons from Film History
Setting achievable goals is one of the key tasks in any film project. Whether it’s a big-budget blockbuster or an indie art-house film,...

Elena Saubanova
Oct 5, 20243 min read


ROADMAP PART 1
In our turbulent times, where everyone is in a rush to achieve success immediately, I decided to create a kind of roadmap that will help...

Elena Saubanova
Oct 3, 20244 min read


How to Protect Copyright for a Film Idea or Completed Script
Creating a film is a creative process often based on a unique idea or a meticulously crafted script. However, to ensure that your work is...

Elena Saubanova
Sep 16, 20243 min read


Modern VOD Platforms: How the Rules of the Content Game Are Changing
Video on Demand (VOD) services have become an integral part of everyday life. Since their emergence, VOD platforms have revolutionized...

Elena Saubanova
Sep 11, 20243 min read


The Role of Independent Cinema in Film Festivals
Film festivals such as Cannes, Venice, Berlin, and Sundance have historically been platforms for promoting unique films and auteur...

Elena Saubanova
Sep 6, 20242 min read


Film Rating Systems Worldwide (MPA): How They Work and How They Differ
In the professional filmmaking community, understanding rating systems is a crucial tool for the successful international release of...

Elena Saubanova
Aug 28, 20244 min read


Why Your Film Project Needs a Website: Professional Tips
Launching a new film project is always an exciting process, full of creativity and ambition. In today's world, where digital presence...

Elena Saubanova
Aug 23, 20243 min read


Trends in Global Cinema in 2023: Key Examples and Financial Outcomes
It might be a good idea for producers to familiarize themselves with the main trends in the development of cinema in 2023 in order to...

Elena Saubanova
Aug 13, 20243 min read


Features of Streaming Service Film Projects: A Look from the Inside
Hello! Let's talk about how movies and series are created specifically for streaming services today. If you've ever wondered why Netflix,...

Elena Saubanova
Aug 10, 20243 min read


How Intellectual Property Shapes the World of Movies and TV (Notes for Beginners and Beyond)
Intellectual property (IP) encompasses everything you can imagine: books, toys, comics, graphic novels, stories, and much more. All of...

Elena Saubanova
Aug 7, 20242 min read


Why It's Important to Invest in Film Marketing and Promotion
Hello! Let's talk about why marketing is crucial for a film's success. Even if you have a brilliant director and a star-studded cast, it...

Elena Saubanova
Jul 28, 20243 min read
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