IndieFlix and Vulcan Productions announced on June 16th, a distribution agreement to expand access to the groundbreaking film series WE THE ECONOMY 20 Short Films You Can’t Afford to Miss. The series uses innovative storytelling to cultivate a more informed understanding of the U.S. economy, and leverages technology to challenge the traditional distribution model. On June 16th, these entertaining short films launched on IndieFlix at no cost to the viewer, adding yet another key distribution partner to more than 50 digital, cable, television and mobile platforms that currently offer the series.
WE THE ECONOMY pairs world-renowned filmmakers, including Adrian Grenier (“Entourage”), Catherine Hardwicke (“Twilight”), Albert Hughes (“The Book of Eli”), Steve James (“The Interrupters”), Barbara Kopple (“Harlan County USA”), Adam McKay (“Anchorman”), James Schamus (“Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon”) and Morgan Spurlock (“Super Size Me”), with leading economic advisors such as Adam Davidson, founder of NPR’s “Planet Money,” and Greg Ip of The Economist, in order to spark a better public understanding of the economy through informed and engaging storytelling. The economic advisors provided editorial guidance to the filmmakers on 20 essential economic questions, which are the focus of these five to eight-minute films.
WE THE ECONOMY also features a robust website with additional content and tool kits, as well as interactive iPhone and Android apps and educational tools, to enhance the viewer experience and reach audiences at every level.
IndieFlix CEO Scilla Andreen says, “It takes a village to change the world. We are thrilled to be working with our Seattle neighbor, Vulcan Productions. They have amazing content that addresses the most vital issues of our time.”
“IndieFlix is proud to partner with Seattle-based Vulcan Productions to share content that creates conversations while informing and entertaining viewers,” adds IndieFlix Acquisitions Manager Ashley McEneny.
IndieFlix streams globally, including Asia and Cuba.
For more information on WE THE ECONOMY and to watch the series trailer please visit www.wetheeconomy.com.
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