Filmfetch is a film transport service specifically designed for film festivals, developed in collaboration with several renowned Dutch film festivals, such as IDFA and IFFR.
At Filmfetch, we understand that acquiring and distributing the correct, functioning DCPs and video files is a crucial part of a festival. That’s why we’ve developed a service that supports both the programming and technical departments by not only transporting files but also checking, previewing, and transcoding them when necessary.
Make film logistics faster, safer, smarter, ánd more enjoyable with Filmfetch.
Here’s a brief selection of our services:
DCP Transport and Testing: We don’t just transport DCPs; we also automatically check them and perform test ingests to ensure the films will play correctly.
Automated Workflows: Uploaded films are automatically downloaded to one or multiple locations, ensuring seamless distribution across screening venues.
Screener Solutions: We offer tools for requesting and showcasing preview/screener files online, removing the need for manual video file collection and conversion.
Advanced Tools: We’re developing tools like a slide-to-DCP converter (to turn JPG or PNG files into DCPs for cinema screenings) and the ability to create previews from DCPs.
Filmmaker Support: We help with DCP submissions, including downloading files from platforms like Dropbox, Google Drive, Aspera, Filemail, and Signiant. We also assist with repairs, conversions, or transcoding when needed.
If you’re a festival or manage a large film library, we’d love to discuss a custom pricing model tailored to your needs.
Some clients manage a handful of feature films requiring hundreds of checks and distributions, while others manage hundreds of short films needing centralized organization. Let us know your requirements, and we’ll create a solution that works for you, whether it’s fixed pricing, tiered rates, or another structure.
Benefits include:
Full access to Filmfetch
Full use of the MediaContainer to create your own VOD platform
Special pricing for storage, upload, check, modify, and distribute actions
Pay-per-view pricing for online viewing links/screeners
Standard discounts on services like Filmfetch Transfer Support, DCP viewing, and Repair & Conversion
Filmfetch was created and is managed by a team of individuals actively involved in film festivals as programmers, technical producers, film logistics coordinators, or film screening technicians.
We founded Filmfetch to make film logistics easier, better, and more efficient for festivals.
This means we not only have in-depth knowledge of the technical aspects of film screenings but also understand exactly what a film festival requires. We are eager to bring our extensive festival experience into our services.
