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Acclaimed Directors Rob Nilsson And Frank Christopher To Distribute Movies Over Internet Web Site ReelUniverse.com
ReelUniverse.com, the premier site on the Internet helping filmmakers sell their feature films directly to the public, today announced that directors Rob Nilsson and Frank Christopher have joined its growing family of independent filmmakers. ""It is an honor to be working with such talented filmmakers,"" said Monte Thorson, head of acquisitions for ReelUniverse.com. ""Rob Nilsson is one of the pioneers in guerilla filmmaking, with over 20 years of experience. With each new film, he proves that the state of independent filmmaking is alive and well. ""Mr. Christopher is an Academy AwardÆ-nominated filmmaker who has been producing Emmy-winning documentaries for PBS for more than 10 years. We are excited to be working with him in showcasing his body of work to the 207 million people on the Internet."" Rob Nilsson's film ""Chalk"" is a gritty look at the world of a small-time pool hustler whose attempt to win the most important match of his life leads to both salvation and self-destruction. Nilsson is one of the few filmmakers to have won both the Camera d'Or at Cannes Film Festival and the Grand Prize at the Sundance Film Festival. ""ReelUniverse.com's success has been partially due to their filmmaker-friendly terms. They have never asked us to sign a contract or for a cut of the profits. All the best independent films that have not yet secured a theatrical distributor are going to be listed for sale here soon. Count on it!"" said Rand Crook, the producer of ""Chalk."" Frank Christopher's film ""Fei Hu: The Story of the Flying Tigers"" is a documentary based on the story of a small group of men and women who fought against overwhelming odds and lifted the spirits of both the American and Chinese people during the darkest days of World War II. ""The Internet is changing everything,"" said Christopher. ""When in the history of film could a filmmaker reach so many people without the help of a theatrical distributor? ReelUniverse.com is a very popular destination, and I am very excited to be part of their groundbreaking venture."" About ReelUniverse.com Inc. ReelUniverse.com is pioneering a revolutionary approach to the promotion and distribution of feature films. The company's Web site is a premier online movie service provider, enabling a growing number of filmmakers to distribute their work to a broad audience. All films submitted to the company for distribution are pre-screened, and only the finest titles are selected. Consumers can browse the catalog of movies, read synopses and reviews, and watch online trailers using Real NetworksÆ video streaming technology. Titles can be purchased on VHS or DVD by sending payment directly to the filmmaker. Filmmakers keep 100 percent of the revenue generated from the sale of their movie. Participating filmmakers retain all theatrical, home video and ancillary rights.