Interesting News of the Moment: Full-length Indies on YouTube

This is definitely interesting news. I just read on IMDb that YouTube is planning to allow start streaming full length films from Independent producers that were unable to find distributors. The filmmakers will also be able to attach a “buy now” button and receive a percentage of all films presented on the website.

I’m not sure what to think of this idea. I’m already not a big fan of movie downloads (legal or otherwise) and sitting at a computer to watch a full length film is a lot different than going to a theatre or watching a DVD in your living room. On the other hand, it does give filmmakers the opportunity for their films to be seen.

I guess I will just wait to see how this all turns out.

Sean Patrick Kelly

Sean Patrick Kelly is a Toronto-based freelance film critic and blogger with a Bachelor of Arts in Cinema and Media Studies from York University. Since founding his site in 2004, Sean has shared his passion for cinema through insightful reviews and commentary. His work has also been featured in prominent outlets, including Toronto Film Scene, HuffPost Canada, Screen Anarchy, ScreenRant, and Rue Morgue Magazine.