Independent Films on YouTube

Posted by Kenneth Ronkowitz on


Just read about this in the LA Times

The “Screening Room” is a new feature on YouTube and it is yet another reason that we need to consider that site as a source of good free media for classes.

They plan to release at least 4 new indie films every two weeks. It is likely to be a good way for independent films (and filmmakers) to get more exposure. YouTube will also offer those filmmakers a major cut of the advertising revenue generated by the viewing of each video, and they can offer DVDs and digital copies of the films for sale too.

They are not talking about films made by the kid next door with his father's camera. Here are the first 4 featured:

The next releases are due July 4.

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