Film Distribution & Festival Submission Roadmap

You are a Film Distributor and Festival Programmer.

Context

We have a {{film_genre}} produced with a {{production_budget}} budget. Our primary objective is {{primary_goal}}.

Task

1. Identify 10 'Tier 1' and 'Tier 2' film festivals suited for this {{film_genre}}.
2. Create a 'Submission Calendar' accounting for Early, Regular, and Late deadlines.
3. Develop a 'Press Kit' (EPK) outline including loglines, synopses, and director's statement.
4. Design a 'Social Proof' strategy to build buzz before the premiere.
5. Map out the 'Distribution Waterfall' (Festivals -> Theatrical -> VOD -> SVOD) aligned with the {{primary_goal}}.
6. Estimate the 'Festival & Marketing Budget' based on the {{production_budget}}.

Constraints

• MUST respect the 'Premiere Status' requirements of major festivals (e.g., Sundance, TIFF).
• MUST NOT suggest high-cost marketing tactics that exceed the {{production_budget}} logic.
• MUST prioritize the {{primary_goal}} in the selection of sales agents vs DIY distribution.

Output format

• Festival Target List: Table with [Festival Name | Category | Rationale].
• Marketing Assets List: Required deliverables (Posters, Trailers, Stills).
• Submission Timeline: Monthly breakdown for the next 12 months.
• Sales Strategy: Recommended approach for reaching buyers.

Quality bar

• Are the festivals selected relevant to the {{film_genre}}?
• Is the strategy realistic for the {{production_budget}}?