Indie Filmmaking: Truth & Reality
Film Distribution with Berry Meyerowitz of Quiver Distribution
August 13, 2025 · 58 min
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A distribution company president explains exactly what it takes to get your indie film seen and sold today.
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In this episode
- What distributors actually look for in a low-budget film
- Why marketing assets matter as much as the film itself
- How AVOD platforms like Tubi are opening doors for indie filmmakers
- The hard financial truth about breaking even on a $500K indie
About this episode
In this episode, Jeff Deverett sits down with Berry Meyerowitz, President of Quiver Distribution, for a deep dive into the realities of indie film distribution. They explore the evolution of Berry’s career across major companies like Fox and E1, his entrepreneurial journey founding Quiver, and what it takes to get a film distributed in today’s saturated market.Topics covered include:
● How the distribution landscape has changed for indie filmmakers● Why AVOD platforms like Tubi are a growing opportunity● What distributors look for in low-budget films● Why marketing assets are just as important as the film itself● The hard truth about breaking even on a $500K indie● How filmmakers can improve their odds through preparation, genre selection, and partnership with distributors
Whether you're a first-time filmmaker or a seasoned indie creator, this episode delivers a candid and practical look at what it takes to succeed with distribution today.
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About Indie Filmmaking: Truth & Reality
Film school taught you how to make a movie—this show teaches you how to get it financed and distributed. In bite-sized 30-minute episodes, filmmaker and distribution expert Jeff Deverett gives you the real-world advice film schools leave out.
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