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Beyond The Art House: True Indies Find Real Theatrical Alternatives Outside Commercial Venues
by Steven Rosen (March 17, 2008)
Commercial urban art houses are often so filled up with studio
specialty division releases that truly independent films have a tough
time getting in. But a vibrant and varied alternative scene is growing
to get these endangered small movies seen - and maybe even to make a
little money. It involves cinematheques, non-profit film centers with
niche-oriented programming, film clubs, museums, microcinemas and
cafes, universities, and more. Despite the growth of online platforms
and on-demand sources for home viewing, these outlets are committed to
providing communal moviegoing experiences, often with an educational
component. And traditional distributors are working with them, even
while continuing to try for extended engagements in the commercial
theaters.
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Esther Robinson's acclaimed documentary feature film is hitting theaters in San Francisco. 
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