Most filmmakers begin to craft their voices with shorts, and given the significance of making a strong first impression, the format encourages creative risks. With any luck, the new reality will broaden movie lovers’ horizons enough to include short films, which U.S.
Audiences can now experience a wider variety of films online, opening a world of possibilities that will hopefully benefit smaller films.
As film festivals pivot to the ever-shifting landscape of distribution and sales, the way we consume independent film is changing more dramatically than anyone could have predicted.
