Your Film Didn’t Get Into TIFF. Can You Still Sell It? Absolutely.

Every year, thousands of filmmakers hit “submit” on their festival applications with dreams of a world premiere at TIFF, Sundance, Berlinale, or Cannes.For many, that submission feels like a ticket to validation, the gateway to distribution, attention, and success. But when the results come out and your name isn’t on…

Do Small Film Festivals Actually Help Your Film? Yes — and Often More Than You Think

You didn’t get into TIFF.You didn’t screen at Berlinale.No Sundance, no Cannes. But your film got accepted into a small festival — maybe in Lagos, Lisbon, or Los Angeles. Now you’re wondering: “Does this even matter?” The truth?Yes. More than you think. Because while the big festivals celebrate success, small…

Can I Really Turn My Film Festival Exposure Into Actual Money?

That’s a question a filmmaker asked me recently.And the answer is simple: Yes — but only if you play it smart. Because here’s the hard truth: 🛑 Exposure ≠ Revenue🛑 Laurels ≠ Licensing🛑 A Standing Ovation ≠ A Streaming Deal Film festivals are not graduation ceremonies.They’re market stages, and if…