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88 Films 88 Films is an all rights multi-platform distributor of feature films. We specialise in releasing some of the best content from around the world to UK customers. We are the market leader in releasing forgotten cult horror films from around the world and we produce bonus features and special packaging to enhance the experience of our products.
101 Films 101 Films is one of the largest independent distributors of film in the UK. Founded in 2011, it remains one of the UK’s fastest growing independent entertainment brands having acquired over 1,000 movies, and following its acquisition by Amcomri Entertainment Inc in 2016 acquired the assets of Metrodome Distribution Group, adding that library along with Palisades Tartan to its roster of commercial movies.
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British Film Institute (BFI) A cultural charity and the UK‘s lead organization for film and the moving image. Our mission is to support creativity and actively seek out the next generation of UK storytellers, grow and care for the BFI National Archive, the world’s largest film and television archive, offer the widest range of UK and international moving image culture through our programs and festivals — delivered online and in venue, use our knowledge to educate and deepen public appreciation and understanding of film and the moving image, and work with Government and industry to ensure the continued growth of the UK’s screen industries.
The Criterion Collection Since 1984, the Criterion Collection has been dedicated to publishing important classic and contemporary films from around the world in editions that offer the highest technical quality and award-winning, original supplements. No matter the medium—from laserdisc to DVD, Blu-ray, 4K Ultra HD to streaming—Criterion has maintained its pioneering commitment to presenting each film as its maker would want it seen, in state-of-the-art restorations with special features designed to encourage repeated watching and deepen the viewer’s appreciation of the art of film.
Eureka Entertainment Eureka Entertainment is the leading independent distributor of classic silent/early films in the UK. Its catalogue also contains World Cinema, Action, Horror, Sci-Fi, Indie Dramas, Hollywood Classics, Comedy and Thriller films as well as a wide selection of TV titles, providing the diversity and selection necessary to continue to satisfy today’s market demands and to power the digital video revolution for years to come.
Flicker Alley Flicker Alley was born out of a passion for cinematic history and a desire to bring filmmakers and films from out of the past to new audiences and renewed recognition. The company was founded in 2002 by Jeffery Masino who drew on a lifelong enthusiasm and fascination with silent film as well as classic, experimental and independent cinema. A goal of Flicker Alley is to contribute to the on-going interest in our film heritage through the creation of new, high-quality digital editions for broadcast, steaming and home video distribution.
Kino Lorber With a library of over 4,000 titles, Kino Lorber has been a leader in independent art house distribution for over 45 years, releasing 35 films per year theatrically and garnering seven Academy Award® nominations in nine years. Most recently, the company has expanded its own direct digital platforms through the acquisition of leading international series streamers MHz Choice and Topic and the launch of Kino Film Collection, a subscription service for film lovers showcasing new releases direct from theaters plus curated international, indie, and documentary films and newly restored classics from the Kino Lorber library. Additionally, the company brings hundreds of titles annually to the home entertainment and educational markets through digital and physical media releases.
Powerhouse Films' Indicator Lime Wood Media Ltd is the exclusive direct-to-customer fulfillment service provider for Powerhouse Films Ltd. This website offers the full range of Powerhouse Films' INDICATOR series – from Limited Edition box sets and single-title releases to Standard Edition reissues of Limited Edition titles that have sold out (such as Christine, Body Double or Hardcore). This extensive collection of classic and criminally overlooked films is produced by the team of industry veterans at Powerhouse Films, and is mastered from the finest available materials before being expertly encoded for optimum results on 4K UHD and/or Blu-ray. INDICATOR Limited Editions, many of which are world-premiere releases, also contain lovingly assembled extra features, include new and improved English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing, and contain exclusive booklets featuring newly commissioned essays and contemporary materials.
Shout! Studios Shout! Studios is a multiplatform media company specializing in film and TV distribution, development, and production. The company has evolved with the changing entertainment landscape to excel in all forms of content distribution, including theatrical, digital streaming, broadcast and in-flight licensing, physical media, and more. Shout! Studios owns and manages a large portfolio of contemporary and classic feature films, series, animation, and documentaries. The company’s creative acquisition mandate has established it as a leading independent distributor.
Umbrella Entertainment Established in 2001 as a home entertainment company by Managing Director, Jeff Harrison, Umbrella Entertainment has been a fixture on the theatrical landscape in Australia and New Zealand since 2009. They acquire international and Australian feature films and documentaries from conceptual stage to finished products. Umbrella’s commitment to release is second to none, with a dedicated theatrical sales and marketing team delivering tailored campaigns for the full life of each title from theatrical release.
VCI Entertainment VCI wholeheartedly continues the tradition of finding, preserving and distributing classic (and sometimes eclectic) movies, spanning decades of film production and many popular genres, of the highest-quality reproductions they can procure. Their goal is to become the leading independent supplier of archival quality classic film and television entertainment. It’s an ambitious goal, but it is a noble one.
Via Vision / Imprint Films Via Vision Entertainment is the Home Entertainment division of the Dainty Group and one of the premium independent licensees and distributors of visual content in Australia and New Zealand. The company is owned by Paul Dainty, Chairman of internationally renowned touring giant, Dainty Group, and industry veteran Nick Wayman. Operating for over 15 years, Via Vision currently manages a rich catalogue of content across a range of genres including classic movies, TV on DVD, lifestyle, comedy, sports entertainment, music, and documentaries. As one of Australia’s largest independent entertainment companies, we specialize in the marketing and distribution of TV & Film content on DVD, Blu-ray, and digital formats. From manufacturing, through to marketing and product launch, Via Vision carefully manages every step of the distribution process, providing a comprehensive and industry-leading service to all of its content partners.

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