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Follow on Google News | Kickstarter & Kodak Launch New Initiative to Support Independent Filmmakers Shooting on FilmPremiere Participants Include Directors Derek Ahonen, Antonio Ferrera, Daniel Levin & R. Paul Wilson
By: Kodak Four directors have been announced as the premiere participants in the initiative and will launch Kickstarter campaigns this spring, including Derek Ahonen (The Transcendents), Antonio Ferrera (Nomad of Art), Daniel Levin (Bagatelle) and R. Paul Wilson (DarkFall). Once program participants are selected, Kodak will provide either 35mm - or - s16mm film (negative, intermediate or print stock) of the filmmaker's choice, free of charge, correlating to the amount of money raised by the Kickstarter campaign: ● 20% match of the first $100,000 raised by the filmmaker on Kickstarter in list price 35mm (Not to exceed $20,000). ● 15% match of the first $100,000 raised by the filmmaker on Kickstarter in list price s16mm(Not to exceed $15,000). Additionally, Kodak will also provide discounted pricing to participating filmmakers on supplemental motion picture film purchases for the project. To further support the participants as part of the program, William Morris Endeavor's Global Finance and Distribution Group will mentor the filmmakers on packaging, financing and sales strategy. Many of Hollywood's most notable filmmakers continue to shoot on Kodak film stock, including Christopher Nolan, Martin Scorsese and Quentin Tarantino,among others. Commented Kickstarter Film Outreach Lead, George Schmalz, "We are deeply committed to supporting independent filmmakers at Kickstarter. More than 20,000 projects have been successfully funded in film and video, with over $330 million in pledges and counting. This new partnership also builds on Kickstarter's focus on restoration initiatives to archive, preserve and renew. We are thrilled to share Kodak's mission to celebrate the art of filmmaking. We want to make it easier for filmmakers to focus on storytelling and making their art come to life in the most vibrant medium possible and this partnership lets Kickstarter creators do just that." Added Kodak Vice President of Motion Picture, Anne Hubbell, "Kodak understands that artists working at all budget levels strive to tell their stories with the unique quality and emotion that film provides. Working with Kickstarter is a natural extension of our continued support of the independent community. We are dedicated to ensuring that the medium remains available and viable for established and emerging filmmakers alike." Kodak film is available everywhere. Kickstarter project creation is open to residents of Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States. Filmmakers interested in participating in the Kickstarter- This partnership is the latest in a series of Kickstarter initiatives designed to support and engage with independent filmmakers, including: ● Kickstarter Film Festival (http://filmfest.kickstarter.com/ ● Partnership with Sundance Institute (https://www.kickstarter.com/ ● Partnership with New York Times Video (http://www.nytimes.com/ ● Partnership with Berlinale Talents (https://www.kickstarter.com/ About Kickstarter Kickstarter is the world's largest funding community for creative projects - everything from films, games, restaurants and music to art, design and technology. Kickstarter is full of ambitious, innovative and imaginative projects that are brought to life through the direct support of others. Since its launch in 2009, 7.5 million people have pledged over $2.3 billion, funding more than 103,000 creative projects. Kickstarter is a mission-driven B Corp of about 137 people located in Brooklyn. Visit us online at kickstarter.com (http://www.kickstarter.com)/ About Kodak Kodak is a technology company focused on imaging. We provide - directly and through partnerships with other innovative companies - hardware, software, consumables and services to customers in graphic arts, commercial print, publishing, packaging, electronic displays, entertainment and commercial films, and consumer products markets. With our world-class R&D capabilities, innovative solutions portfolio and highly trusted brand, Kodak is helping customers around the globe to sustainably grow their own businesses and enjoy their lives. For additional information on Kodak, visit us at kodak.com, follow us on Twitter @Kodak, or like us on Facebook at KodakNow. About Kodak's Entertainment Imaging Business: Kodak's Entertainment Imaging business is the world leader in providing motion picture film and imaging products, services, and technology for the professional motion picture and exhibition industries. For more information, visit www.kodak.com/ End
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