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EPISODE · Jun 4, 2025 · 43 MIN

Self Distributing ‘Hundreds of Beavers’ with KURT RAVENWOOD

from Movies Inc: The Business of Film · host Sara McFarlane and Charlotte Howley

Self distributing HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS broke the Hollywood system, and Kurt takes us behind closed doors. He walks us through the catalyst for the filmmaking team in deciding to take fate into their owns and distribute their own film, the marketing strategies and tools implemented, what lead to their success, and what they learned along the way.   About the Guest: Kurt Ravenwood, a producer and marketer from Wisconsin's Northwoods, is a founding partner and Executive Strategy Director at Milwaukee-based SRH. Under his leadership, SRH has collaborated with brands like the Green Bay Packers and Harley-Davidson.SRH produced the independent film "Hundreds of Beavers," a black-and-white, dialogue-free comedy that became a cult hit. Faced with limited distribution offers, he and the SRH team implemented an innovative marketing strategy, including live events and engaging promotions, leading to widespread acclaim and coverage in major publications. Kurt's work exemplifies a blend of creativity and strategic insight, pushing the boundaries of traditional marketing and production.Check out HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS and find a screening near you here.

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