MovieMap – The Premier Film Festival Marketplace for Asian Cinema
Showcase Asia, Captivate the World.
The problems
What Stands in the Way of Asian Films on the World Stage?
During the launch of our customised festival circuit planning service, we surveyed two hundred independent filmmakers from various Asian countries, including China, Taiwan, Japan and South Korea, and found that they encountered the following difficulties in submitting to international festivals:
Language and Cultural Barriers
72% of our customers encountered significant language barriers. These challenges include difficulties in understanding submission guidelines and properly localizing film subtitles and promotional materials for different cultural contexts.
Complex Submission Processes
80% filmmakers from the region find the rules and eligibility criteria for festivals confusing and cumbersome. This includes differing format requirements, varying submission deadlines, and complex documentation needs, which can deter filmmakers from even attempting submissions.
Limited Visibility and Access
The visibility of Asian films is often limited by a lack of networking opportunities and representation. Asian filmmakers frequently report feeling excluded from major film events, which are crucial for gaining international recognition and distribution deals.
Solution & Goals
Our Commitment: Eliminating Barriers, Elevating Cinema
MovieMap Film Festival Marketplace is a visionary initiative designed to integrate the rich and diverse narratives of Asian cinema with global film festivals through an intuitive, streamlined online platform. This B2B2C solution caters to filmmakers looking for international exposure and film festivals seeking high-quality, diverse entries.
Our ultimate goal is to simplify film festival submissions by removing language barriers and operational complexities for filmmakers.
We aim to establish a transparent marketplace with no service charge, ensuring accessibility for all filmmakers.
Through targeted marketing, we endeavour to provide culturally diverse entries for international festivals.
We’re committed to streamlining submission management, allowing organizers to focus on delivering outstanding events.
For Filmmakers
Unlock Your Film’s Potential in the Global Arena
At MovieMap, we understand that great films require time, passion, and the right opportunities to shine globally. Our platform is designed to streamline your festival submission process, letting you focus on what truly matters—telling your story.
Advanced Festival Discovery
Filmmakers can use sophisticated search and filtering tools to find film festivals that best match their project’s genre, style, and audience.
No-Service-Fee One-Stop Submission
This allows filmmakers to submit their projects to multiple festivals through a single platform without any service fees.
Progress Tracking
Offers real-time updates on the status of submissions, enabling filmmakers to monitor their project’s progress through the selection process.
Entry Management
Filmmakers can manage all their submissions centrally, edit projects, and review feedback.
AI-Powered Translation Tool
Automatically translates submission documents to help overcome language barriers, expanding access to international festivals.
For Film Festivals
Shape the Future of Cinema with Every Selection.
MovieMap is committed to enhancing the reach and impact of film festivals worldwide. Our tools are crafted to enrich your festival’s operations, broaden your audience, and elevate the cinematic experience.
Advanced Matching
Our advanced search filters & recommendation engine ensure that filmmakers can easily discover and connect with festivals that best fit their film’s genre, style, and target audience.
Boosted Visibility
Our SEO-optimized platform ensures higher search rankings, leading to greater visibility for your festival.
Monetize with Ease
Collect submission fees and sell event tickets, all in one spot. Simple, direct, profitable.
Collaborative Judging Interface
Work collaboratively on MovieMap that allows multiple jury members to rate and discuss submissions independently.
Entry Data-Driven Analytics
Real-time analytics on film submissions and audience engagement that allow you optimizing your festival’s strategy.
Our advantages
What Makes MovieMap Unique?
At MovieMap, we are committed to transforming the film festival submission process by empowering worldwide filmmakers and festivals with the most handy tools they need for success, at zero cost and full transparency.
Deep Focus on Asian Cinema
Tailored specifically to Asian cinema, MovieMap is designed to unlock the largely untapped market of Asian cinema, providing a unique channel for Asian stories to reach a global audience.
Zero Commission Model
Committed to fostering a supportive and accessible environment for filmmakers, MovieMap stands out by eliminating all service fees on submissions.
Powerful Tools
Leveraging state-of-the-art AI technology, MovieMap offers real-time translation capabilities that eliminate language barriers, enabling seamless communication between filmmakers and festivals globally.
Our Next Step
Q3 2024: Finalize development of the platform’s initial features and begin closed beta testing with selected film festivals and filmmakers.
Q4 2024: Evaluate beta feedback and make necessary adjustments.
Q1 2025: Launch the platform officially with a full feature set and begin marketing campaigns.
Q3 2025 and beyond: Evaluate market response, begin phase 2 expansions, and continuously enhance platform functionalities.
Interested in joining our endeavour as our early partners?
