Distribution

Distribution

1) Why did the film fail to secure a distribution deal when first made in 2014?

 Every funding body turned Chicken down at every stage, so Joe decided to become independent. The distributors believed that this movie wouldn't generate enough profit.

 

2) What film festivals did Chicken feature at between 2014-2016?
The film festivals Chicken featured at between 2014-2016 were Edinburgh, Busan, New Hampshire, Dublin, Palm Beach and Julian.   

3) Why are film festivals an effective way for a low-budget film to secure a distribution deal?

If you win an award in a film festival, its a great opportunity to gain interests from audiences and target a large audience even though its low-budget film. Also many films get critical acclaim which can be used for promotion.  

4) When was Chicken released in cinemas in the UK?

The film was released in UK cinemas in the year 2016 

5) Why do you think film subscription service MUBI chose the film to feature on the service?
The film Chicken started to gain alot of audience due to winning 5 awards in two festivals, Therefore, MUBI recognised the potential of this movie and believed featuring this n MUBI will raise more awareness for this amazing Film. 

6) Why was Film4 a good choice to give the film its UK television premiere?
Film4 is many known for streaming mainstream films therefore, giving chicken its UK televison premiere, has raised alot of recognition for this movie. 

7) When will the film be released on iTunes and other video-on-demand services in the USA and Canada?
Digital distribution in USA/Canada – January 2018.