What Industry Experts & Members Are Saying About Film Specific
"One of the 50 best websites for movie makers"
- MovieMaker Magazine
"Stacey Parks' extensive experience and knowledge in the area of distribution makes her an invaluable resource for anyone looking for advice or insights into navigating its waters. She is a true expert and someone for whom I have the utmost professional respect and admiration."
- Julie Colbert VP, William Morris Endeavor Entertainment
"Anyone contemplating making a movie that will sell should check in with Film Specific. Before you start shooting. AND if you have already made a film, you'd be crazy not to take advantage of Film Specific's wide range of practical street-smart advice and bountiful resources."
- Elliot Grove Founder, Raindance, Raindance Film Festival www.raindance.co.uk
"Before you even shoot, learn about distribution from the inside...join filmspecific.com - the first essential to getting your film out there."
"Film Specific is the most valuable tool that I've ever encountered when it comes to getting solid, understandable information about the intricacies of the film business. The site guides you through the complicated maze of issues that all filmmakers encounter on the road to distribution. A must for all filmmakers."
"Your service is great for filmmakers and we'll be recommending filmspecific.com on a regular basis."
- Tanya Kersey Founder and Executive Director,Hollywood Black Film Festival www.hbff.org
"If you need info on how to get successful distribution for your film, go to Film Specific."
- Allen Chou President of Sales & Marketing, Passion River Films
"Making your movie is just part of the battle. The biggest part of the war is selling it. After joining Film Specific.com I am now armed with top notch knowledge and ready to take on distribution! Thanks Stacey!"
"If you are considering producing a film or you've completed a film - you owe it to your investors, production team and yourself to use the services of Film Specific. The information provided by Film Specific will tell you how to sell or distribute your film allowing you to maximize your potential to exploit your film."
"The information from Film Specific is so critical to filmmaking I just don't know how I would have started principal photography without it. Stacey demystifies distribution and shares her wealth of knowledge generously in a clear, straightforward manner. She has already saved me a ton of time, aggravation and money!"
- Susan Benfatto Producer/Director
"You have done a truly excellent job and anybody who wants to know
anything about distributing films needs to get straight to it and save
themselves so much time and energy, not to mention money. Well done. A
fabulous and priceless site."
Michael RowlandFilmmaker
"Stacy Parks has crafted FilmSpecific.com into the premiere online community (or site) where Independent Filmmakers are empowered and encouraged by her extensive and every expanding knowledge of film distribution. Her contribution to Independent Filmmaking is invaluable!"
- Michael Overbay Filmmaker
"I have the highest regard for FilmSpecific and the valuable service you provide to filmmakers. There is not really any other source like it. You should know that any time I speak to anyone about indie filmmaking, I always mention you and the site. I feel like I'm doing my friends a favor."
Victor Zimet Filmmaker, Home Team Productions
"Since we only work with filmmakers on a non-exclusive basis (except for
short market contracts) we tell all our filmmakers to be as pro-active as
possible about self-distribution. I send them all to Stacey's site, since
there is no better teacher on the internet. This is the best place to find
practical solutions for self-distribution."
"I planned the production carefully, surrounded myself with team players, and spent three years of my life completing the film, Insidious. During post-production I began to educate myself about, "film distribution, something I knew little of (better late, than never). Then the universe brought Stacey Parks into my life. She is driven on a daily basis to deliver to her audience more than anyone might expect. And for that, I am grateful. Stacey demystifies 'distribution'."
"Insidious now has credible New York representation, and awaits its June 2008 release."
- Jerry Schram Filmmaker, Insidious
"The producers at Either/Or Films first bought Stacey's book on
distribution--AFTER we'd made our film, unfortunately--and then joined
FilmSpecific.com as Premium members as soon as she put it online. On the
road to getting a North American distributor, we listened to every talk and
case study she did with industry professionals and also asked alot of
questions on the distribution forum. When it came time to locate a foreign
sales agent, she was an invaluable help. Distribution is definitely the
hardest part of making an independent film, and without Stacey's help we
wouldn't be where we are today in finally getting our feature out there."
- Kristen McLaughlin Either/Or Films
"I've been a member of FilmSpecific for several months and have found helpful advice on your site regarding legal issues, publicity, etc. Thank you for sharing such great information and resources. I feel that our film may be one of the success stories you may want to highlight in months to come."
"You and the service you provide have been extremely valuable. I continually get information that helpful in designing my overall business plan and approach. My investors have been extremely complimentary to the fact that I have a good understanding about the realities and expectations of the business."
- Kenneth Knoll Filmmaker
"Keep up the wonderful work. Here's one indie producer who doesn't feel as alone."
- Patricia Zagarella Producer
"It's at times like these that I realize how lucky I am to have you at my disposal. Your commitment to this site is amazing!"
- Dave Brotiman Filmmaker, Don't Shoot The Pharmacist
"Film Specific is an invaluable professional resource for independent filmmakers and producers where the sharing of knowledge on all areas of the film and television industry is actively encouraged. The information available through its forum, consultation supplements and on-going conference schedule is always timely and applicable to the work of all producers, regardless of genre or specialty. It is a mandatory portal for all independent filmmakers and producers who plan to succeed in bringing their productions to the marketplace."
-Catherine Harrison AFLX-US
"To begin the journey of Independent Film-maker, one chooses the road less travelled. Film Specific is a comprehensive road map and Stacey Parks is an experienced and invaluable guide. Don't leave home without them."
- Peter Matthews Director/Producer
"Just a quick note to let you know how fantastic your work is. I have been a premium member for several months and I just love the information you are giving out and I have learnt a tremendous amount. Well done!!"
- Michael Rowland Filmmaker, Australia
"Stacey's book and FilmSpecific have been invaluable to us as first-time indie filmmakers, especially her great audio interviews and seminars, which have helped to clarify the often confusing and rapidly changing film distribution landscape."
"I've just joined FilmSpecific this week and already feel more empowered having access to this knowledge. This is the kind of site I've been searching for a long time."
- Victor Zimet Filmmaker
"Just wanted to say that I am very impressed with filmspecific.com, been getting great results by using the Top Ten Buyers List, and getting new ideas from you all the time. If you are newer to this business, or a veteran filmmaker like myself, it's a fantastic source."
After spending 6 years in production on my feature doc "A Friend Indeed - The Bill Sackter Story", I am now at the beginning of the promotion/distribution phase. What a great fortune to find that most of the information that I need is at FilmSpecific.com. Being a Premium Member has unlocked a wealth of current information about distribution, and Stacey's one-on-one consultations are very valuable, answering my numerous questions with her in-depth knowledge of the subject. The audio interviews with key people in the industry have also been enlightening. I have a long way to go to fully utilize all the features on the site, but I definitely would recommend FilmSpecific.com to any independent producer/director that desires to learn the ins and outs of distribution."
- Lane Wyrick, Director/Editor A Friend Indeed - The Bill Sackter Story www.BillSackter.com
"Very valuable, real world nuts and bolts stuff… you're the real thing."
"Thank you so very, very much for your commitment to first time and veteran film makers. I have learnt so much since I joined Film Specific and continue to do so with every news letter you send out. You're amazing. Thank you again and keep up the great work you're doing. Every film maker should applaud you."
- Shelly Hatton Filmmaker, Australia
"As a member and regular visitor to www.filmspecific.com I want to thank Stacey Parks for the incredible information she is sharing with producers and the independent film community. Stacey Parks provided me with valuable guidance and materials for a recent seminar on the "Business of Film" presented by Friends of Film Video and Arts in Albuquerque New Mexico. I often use her site as reference for projects I am working on and contact her for help and she always is willing help."
- Kenneth Segura Knoll Producer
"Stacey Parks website Filmspecific.com has invaluable information and advice about the business of independent filmmaking.IT IS A BUSINESS! Your NOT going to get this top level type of access anywhere else without paying thousands of dollars.Stacey is the real thing"
"Stacey's one-on-one consults are invaluable to an independent filmmaker (veteran and first time). Not long after one her consults our short film Reasonable Excuse has a sound business model a mixture of self distribution and a major North American distributor deal."
"I just wanted to say thank you for all you do for your Premium members. More importantly, I thank you for the honest, humble way you share your insight and knowledge."
"The ten dollars a month is like having coffee with Hollywood. Very cool!"
- Lauren Smith Writer/Producer, Freshman Psych
"Thanks again for the great resource that you have become."
- Marion Williams Filmmaker, A Dance For Bethany
"You have a unique service that must be invaluable for independent
filmmakers. I hope you continue to expand. And I will continue to recommend
your service to my students."
- Herbert Sennett, Ph.D. Screenwriting teacher, Palm Beach Film School
"You are the first place that one can get a quick answer from the inside, if one has not had the good fortune of training in someone's already successful production or distribution company. I have been self trained for the past 27 years of my film career. I wish you around for more of my growing pains earlier. No one usually wants to share inside information and it is usually because they feel you will become competition in the future. True I guess, but I have always freely given information to people along the way, being a mentor to many others, and felt that there was room for everyone if that person became my competition in the future. Just another reason to get out there and continue to improve myself.
Many thanks to you Stacey. You have really put together a cohesive, friendly, sharing, learning environment for those who NEED TO KNOW."
"By the way, one of the best things I could have done is to be a Premier Member of your site. I´ve learnt so much about this business thanks to you! The best investment I could have done."
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