Laura hosted a seminar titled Film Festival Distribution Strategy at the Gold Movie Awards with Rebekah Smith and Billy Thurmon. Doctor Rebekah Louisa Smith began her film industry career in 2008, working as a producer on Wales’ most successful national horror film festival, the brilliantly-named Abertoir Horror Festival. A decade ago, she created her company The Film Festival Doctor, the name a nod to her academic past. Rebekah has a PhD in Film and Audience research, her thesis based on the work of her hero Quentin Tarantino. Rebekah and her team will continue to pen prescriptions for success and are committed to transforming the lives of independent films through film festivals. Their aim is to give these films and the filmmakers visibility, awards, opportunities and recognition within the industry. Currently, the company- which has offices in London and Los Angeles- has helped win over 650 awards for their clients and her team have supported over 688 creatives across the world guiding them on their journeys to success.

https://www.thefilmfestivaldoctor.com/

Rebekah's Instagram @rebekahfilmdr
Billy's Email: billy@thefilmfestivaldoctor.com

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