Sunday September 26th 16:00 - 18:00 Magnus Barfot 1

Monday September 27th 09:00 - 12:00 Impulssenteret: Peter Broderick workshop

We are proud to announce that one of the most influential advocates of modern distribution, Peter Broderick, will attend Nordisk Panorama in Bergen with a keynote speech, a workshop and as individual consultant at Nordisk Forum for Co-financing of Documentaries. Peter Broderick is considered one of the world’s leading authorities on alternative distribution strategy, and has also been a key player in the growth of the ultra-low budget feature movement.

As President of Paradigm Consulting, Peter Broderick helps filmmakers and media companies develop strategies to maximize distribution, audiences, and revenues. In addition to advising on sales and marketing, Paradigm Consulting specializes in state-of-the-art distribution techniques—including innovative theatrical service deals, hybrid video strategies, and new approaches to global distribution. Broderick gives keynotes and presentations internationally, most recently in Amsterdam, Sydney, Toronto, Cannes, Guadalajara, Berlin, London, and Rio de Janeiro.

Broderick was founder and President of Next Wave Films, which supplied finishing funds and other vital support to filmmakers from the US and abroad. He helped launch the careers of such exceptionally talented directors as Christopher Nolan, Joe Carnahan, and Amir Bar-Lev.

Since 2002, Broderick has helped hundreds of filmmakers all over the world on unique and powerful distribution strategies that take advantage of the new tools and new thinking in this New World of Distribution. He has written articles for Scientific American, The New York Times, and The Economist. His seminal article, “Maximizing Distribution,” has been reprinted in publications around the world. His reports, “Welcome to the New World of Distribution” and “Declaration of Independence” are concise guides to the latest distribution strategies. Read his articles and subscribe to his Distribution Bulletin at www.peterbroderick.com

Sunday 26. September 16:00 - 18:00:

Seize the Future: The Cutting Edge of Distribution

Peter Broderick will give a keynote speech spotlighting the unprecedented opportunities and challenges in the "New World of Distribution." As traditional distribution has continued to decline, hybrid distribution strategies are allowing filmmakers to reach audiences around the world and maximize revenue. Peter will also describe the latest developments in crowdfunding, which enable filmmakers to raise money and build awareness.

This event is financed by Norwegian Film Institute and Nordisk Panorama, and will be open to all accredited guests.

Monday 27. September 09:00 - 12:00:

See Your Distribution Future: An Interactive Workshop

Peter Broderick will follow up his keynote with a nuts-and-bolts analysis of several key distribution breakthroughs. He will explain the key elements of a distribution strategy, including determining core audiences, developing partnerships, creating an effective web presence, and handling e-commerce. Peter will then improvise marketing and distribution strategies for filmmakers in the audience. Come prepared to pitch your project, describe your core audiences, and leave conventional wisdom at the door.

The workshop is financed by Nordisk Panorama and Norwegian Film Institute, and is only open to a limited number of participants. For more information, please contact the festival office.