FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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• Filmmaker FAQ
• Film Festival FAQ
• Right Angle Pictures FAQ

Filmmaker FAQ

1. Are all filmmakers eligible for Filmmaker Consultation services?
   Yes. This service is available to all filmmakers, whether they've made a short, feature or documentary.
   
   
2. What services are available and what will they cost me?
   Filmmaker Consulting - The focus of this service is the creation of a custom film festival strategy for filmmakers.   The base cost is 1,000.00 for the Film Festival Package, with additional custom packages related to marketing and distribution that go up from there. 
   
   Marketing Services- This is an add-on to the Filmmaker Consulting package, and is available to filmmakers looking for expanded marketing support. Prices will depend on the extent of services and the length of time services are required.
   
   Producer Representation - As a client of Right Angle, you will be provided with detailed contact information and bios for the top reps in the business. Ultimately, any agreement between a filmmaker and a producer's representative will be negotiated between the two parties at their discretion.
   
   Film Site Design - There will be two packages available.
   Option 1 - There will be nominal hosting fees, subject to site requirements. Under this option, filmmakers will have several templates to choose from and will use design wizards to choose their colors and input their content. They will then have the option of making changes to their site as needed on their own.
   Option 2 - Our affiliate designers will take a more active role in executing the design. There will also be nominal hosting fees, subject to site requirements. There will be more templates to choose from, and the filmmaker will work with the designer to shape the site to fulfill their specific needs.
   
   
3. If I enlist the services of Right Angle, how long will it take to receive my custom package?
   Unless otherwise noted, it will take between 7-10 working days, from the time we receive your film, to create your custom package. It will then be shipped via UPS and be to you within 2-3 days.
   
   
4. Once I've selected the appropriate service package and prepare to mail you my movie, what format should I send?
   All movies should be sent in ½ inch VHS or PAL formats.
   
   
5. I've finished my movie, and am considering the film festival circuit, at what point is it worth pursuing your Marketing Consultation package or Producers Representation?
   It is in the filmmaker's best interest to have Right Angle, or some other producers representative, see your film and offer suggestions before the film has been screened or tapes have been sent to distributors. In general, Right Angle can provide marketing services to filmmakers before or after they have been accepted to film festivals. Right Angle can help you put together a strategy that will give you the best opportunity to reach your goals. Click here for more information.
   
   
6. I'm interested in designing a website for my film, but I want to be very involved in the creative process. Is that possible with your service?
   Yes. In fact, Option 1 of the Web Design Packages is an ideal scenario for filmmakers interested in the hands on approach. They will be given a choice of several templates and then build the site with the help of a wizard, from colors to content. Click here for more information.
   
   
7. I am a filmmaker client of Right Angle. I have submitted my movie to festivals based on your package, but have a few more questions. Can I still contact you for information?
   Absolutely, feel free to contact us with additional questions. We will offer support within the framework of your package. Once we have reached a certain threshold in terms of time committed to your project, and you have additional marketing questions, it may be time consider expanding your package at a discounted rate. We can create monthly retainer arrangements in order to be available to filmmakers as needed for whatever extended period they deem necessary.
   
   
8. Film Festivals have web sites with detailed information about their events and there are a couple of books out there about the film festival circuit. Why should I spend money with Right Angle Studios? How can they really help?
   True, filmmakers can do their own research, peruse the many festival web sites for details about their events and read the books. However, there are many details about festivals that may not be obvious on their respective web sites; and with Right Angle, you get the personal attention of an experienced film festival founder, executive director and filmmaker, experience you can't find in a book or a magazine. These are valuable resources, but Right Angle service will help you to have a personal, custom and complete package of answers.
   
   We have deep knowledge of the film festival circuit - Our team has many years of experience with the festival world; and having made films ourselves, we know what it's like on both sides of the table.
   
   Research takes time - You time is valuable. Why should you spend hours and hours trying to accumulate details that exist in different formats, when we can provide you with in a clear and concise package?
   
   We can tell you about events without being biased - A Festival certainly isn't going to tell you they don't have strong audience support. And many festivals will tell exaggerate their industry attendance. Right Angle has a team of experienced film festival personnel who can give you unbiased information about specific events.
   
   In the long run, we will save you money - Some filmmakers spend thousands of dollars on application fees, only to learn later that many fests were not appropriate for their film. You could save a great deal of money by having comprehensive details about the appropriate festivals and focusing your strategy on a select number of them.
   
   
9. I've already been accepted to one or more film festivals. Should I still consider Right Angle services?
   Yes. You might be interested in learning more about the festival(s) that have invited your film. In fact, you may have some tough decisions about which invitations you should accept. Ultimately, if you have been invited to one of the better festivals, you will want the right marketing support to ensure your film has the best chance to have a successful festival.
   
   
10. I have a short film. Are your services available to me? If so, how can you help?
    Right Angle provides services to short and feature filmmakers. In many cases, there are the same considerations. If you are considering the festival circuit, we can provide you with a custom package that will give you the tools you need to make an educated decision about where to apply. You will want to know which festivals have good short film programs, have good hospitality support for short filmmakers. You will also want to know who the short film distributors are, and what opportunities may exist to generate revenues from your film. Right Angle will provide you with all the answers in your custom package.
    
    If you're a short filmmaker ready to move on to your next project but would like some creative input on projects or help with access to industry players, Right Angle can help.    Vist the Short Film Corner for more information.

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Right Angle Pictures  FAQ

1. I've got a great script, but don't have an agent or manager. Can I still submit this project to Right Angle for consideration?
   Of course. Click here for submission instructions.
    
2. If I send you a project, how long will it take for you to get back to me?
   We will make every effort to respond within 2-3 weeks. There may be certain busy periods of the year when it will take a few extra working days to get back to you. Feel free send us an email for an update on your status anytime.
   
   
3. If Right Angle were interested in my project, when would it go into production?
   There are many variables that have to be considered in putting a project into production. While we plan to move faster than larger media companies, it is difficult to say just how long this process will take.
   
   
4. There are so many big production companies with deeper pockets.  How will Right Angle compete?
   Many of the larger production companies and studios will not consider unsolicited material.  As long as we are interested in the project, and the writer signs the necessary release form, we will consider the material.  We will use our experience in the independent film and festival world to acquire films we believe will have a market.

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