Animalis Fabula Film Festival

The Distribution War Room – Self-Distribution Success Workshop

The most challenging step in filmmaking is not production; it’s distribution. You have the movie—now, how do you get it into the world and, crucially, make it profitable?

Texas Media Maker Magazine invites you to a vital conversation on self-distribution success at AniFab 25. We’re opening the doors to the Speakeasy at the Woodlawn Theater for a deep-dive workshop that breaks down two radically different, yet equally "successful", paths to getting your film seen and sold without relying on traditional gatekeepers.

THE AGENDA: TWO PATHS TO MARKET

Join us on Saturday, November 29th, promptly at 12:15 PM, for an intensive 90-minute session that is less theory and more war room strategy. We have secured two remarkable case studies who have mastered the art of self-distribution over the last couple of years:

1. The Grassroots Power Play: CJ Goodwyn (San Antonio’s Own)

CJ Goodwyn represents the boots-on-the-ground, community-first approach. Learn how San Antonio’s own built a successful campaign utilizing local partnerships, focused screenings, and grassroots digital marketing to create revenue and sustained buzz. This is the playbook for the independent filmmaker who needs to maximize every local resource and turn a niche audience into a profitable foundation. Discover the strategies for engaging your direct community and turning local support into national attention.

2. The Global Advocacy Model: Mye Hoang

Mye Hoang, director of the celebrated documentaries Cat Daddies and AniFab feature 25 Cats From Qatar, has proven that mission drives revenue. Mye will break down how she leverages the universal appeal of animal welfare and advocacy organizations to build vast, international distribution networks. Learn how to transform your film's emotional core into a global partnership asset and master the logistics of digital platforms and festival circuits that lead to self-release success.

WHY YOU MUST ATTEND

In today's media landscape, the filmmaker who retains control is the filmmaker who succeeds. This workshop gives you the distinct advantage of comparing two proven models - one built on local foundation, the other on global advocacy - to craft your own distribution plan.

This is a very limited-capacity session held in the intimate Speakeasy at the Woodlawn, providing intimate access for a detailed Q&A. This is a must-attend for any filmmaker who is tired of waiting for permission.

Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025 Time: 12:15 PM Sharp Location: The Speakeasy, Woodlawn Theater Tickets: Access requires a FREE Workshop Ticket or a VIP All-Access Pass.

Secure your place now and stop asking for a seat at the table - build your own.