Ever considered putting a film into the film festival circuit? Ever want to have knowledge on the indie film festival circuit? Well I have just the film for you, that one can find on the film festival circuit. Official Rejection. Yes, that's the title. Do you dream of showing your film at Sundance or Slamdance, or Tribeca, or Cannes? Most filmmakers do. but the thing is they are never shown the truth from independent filmmakers about applying to film festivals-- until now. Scott Storm is the director who is our focus in this documentary. It shows his, and many other directors going through the real motions of a film festival. From travelling, filling out applications, reading letters back (normally rejection, hence the title), to living their normal lives trying to make a livelihood. The thing is, no matter how filled with reality this film is, I still want to pursue this career. I just learned I have to work for it. Scott must send packages including his film and merchandise to sell the film with the expenses to be allowed in...like applying to a college where a portfolio is needed. The thing is, his friend was documenting his success, and the reality of the indie film circuit. Chris Gore of "The Ultimate Film Festival Guide" and having clips of film festival is making appearances and gives his perspective. He now has a fourth edition of that book out now. I saw this film at Hell' s Half Mile. Highly recommend it to anyone who loves film, or wants to be a filmmaker. It's the truth and reality of true independent filmmaking.
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