Distribber was a

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formed in 2007 by Adam Chapnick to help filmmakers distribute motion picture content into popular

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outlets. Distribber distributed feature-length narrative and documentary films, short films, and television series. They declared bankruptcy in 2019 while owing filmmakers thousands of dollars.

History

In March 2010, Distribber was acquired by the popular crowdfunding platform, IndieGogo. In May 2014, Digi Worldwide acquired Distribber from Indiegogo In June 2015 the full service digital and

distribution company ''

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'' acquired Distribber. In January 2016, Nick Soares was appointed CEO of GoDigital Inc. In June 2016, Distribber partnered with the

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to create a quarterly documentary grant program. Shortly thereafter, Distribber managed the digital release of Josh Fox's ‘How to Let Go of the World’ In August 2016, Distribber partnered with the theatrical distributor Abramorama to distribute high-profile indie films in video-on-demand.

Restructuring

In September 2019, Distribber closed its offices, and

hired GlassRatner for restructuring.

Releases

Distribber releases over 1000 films each year. Releases have included ''

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and ''The Resurrection of Jake The Snake '' starring

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References

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