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The Film Finance & Distribution PodcastAuthor: Amber Williams
Whirleybird Productions presents the Film Finance and Distribution Podcast: a deep dive into the business backbone of the cinematic world. We engage in insightful conversations with accomplished filmmakers, seasoned entertainment lawyers, and pivotal industry insiders. Our goal? To demystify the complex realms of film finance and distribution, equipping the next generation of filmmakers, producers, and cinema enthusiasts with knowledge about success stories, safe working practices, script acquisition, start-ups and running a production company, insights into sales and distribution contract pitfalls, budgeting techniques, tax benefits, funding sources, artificial intelligence and filmmaking, addressing skills shortages, the importance of training, intellectual property rights, copyright intricacies, and the art of successful collaboration. Language: en Genres: Business, Film Interviews, Marketing, TV & Film Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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International Distribution, Selling Out Screenings & Zero-Budget Marketing, - Indie Feature Case Study from Derry Shillitto
Episode 23
Sunday, 18 January, 2026
Welcome back to the Film Finance & Distribution Podcast. Today’s episode is a special follow-up conversation with filmmaker Derry Shillitto, the writer and director behind the feature film The Correction Unit. The Correction Unit is a psychologically charged, cinematic thriller that asks a chilling question: what happens to the most vulnerable in society when the most powerful fully embrace AI? With intense characters and a bold, thought-provoking premise, the film manages to be both gripping entertainment and a timely social commentary. This is Derry’s second time on the podcast - his first appearance back in August 2024 covered the early stages of developing The Correction Unit. Today’s episode picks up where that conversation left off, following the film through completion, marketing, and international distribution. Since we last spoke, Derry has successfully navigated the full indie filmmaking journey - securing funding, executing a zero-budget marketing campaign, achieving sold-out screenings, and distributing the film worldwide, including screenings in Taiwan and Malaysia. He also shares his experience using Greenlit as a crowdfunding platform, and leveraging social media. Alongside his work as a director, producer, and editor, Derry is also an experienced film educator, teaching both practical and theoretical filmmaking remotely and in person - making him uniquely placed to break down what actually works for independent filmmakers. If you’re interested in real, practical advice on financing, marketing, and distributing an indie feature - this episode is essential listening. Foyle River Films Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/866033460 The Correction Unit Homepage: https://thecorrectionunit.com/the-correction-unit Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foyle_river_films/ Follow the Film Finance & Distribution Podcast / Amber Williams: Podcast: https://www.whirleybirdproductions.com/podcast-1 LinkedIn: Amber Williams The Film Finance & Distribution Podcast has grown worldwide, becoming a trusted resource for filmmakers who want practical knowledge on raising finance, closing deals, and reaching audiences. It’s designed to share insights you won’t easily find elsewhere, helping the filmmaking community access the tools needed to succeed.
