Originally Posted By cwm1150:
Wow, sounds like this movie might not get out to the masses

Originally Posted By GlockSlap:
I't be swell if someone could tell me what email address it is...

Greetings Remnants fans! As many of you have already heard Remnants has been purchased and the final phases of the transaction are complete. Remnants was purchased by Reel Equity Funding LLC, an Atlanta based investment group focused on the film and entertainment industry, that specializes in acquiring and improving independent films to help them achieve the broadest possible distribution. While the membership of Reel Equity Funding does include Zeke Flatten (President of Afterlight Pictures), the entity is not owned by or officially associated with Afterlight Pictures. When Remnants is ready for distribution, Afterlight Pictures will be an obvious possibility for distribution but other larger companies will also be explored. In the meantime, our team is a separate entity that will be solely focused on this project for the remainder of this year. Needless to say, all of us on the team are very excited about the purchase and the future of this project.

First and foremost, we would like to congratulate David, Paul, Tim and Travis on the sale of Remnants. Most studies suggest less than 3% of independent films ever gain distribution, and an even smaller percentage see significant proceeds from their work. With their first project, this team has already beaten most odds through the sale of Remnants.

While we recognize that all of you are anxious to see Remnants available on store shelves and other distribution channels, most independent films are not ready for commercial distribution after the initial edit is complete. We obviously see tremendous value in the work done to date, which drove our interest in the project. Part of our strategy in the acquisition of Remnants, though, was to take advantage of several opportunities for improvement that will increase the marketability of the movie. Over the next few months we will be reviewing the current edit of the movie to improve the flow, format, audio and story. We feel strongly that these changes will result in a better product, and dramatically increase our opportunity for widespread distribution. Based on our planning to date, we anticipate Remnants will be available for release in late 2012.

Lastly, we would like to thank the cast, crew, volunteers and fans for the effort put in to Remnants. We are obviously excited about the results of your hard work, and are committed to gaining the largest distribution and visibility for the project you have all contributed to. Although we have officially taken over the Facebook page and the Remnants online presence, please be aware that much of the work ahead will be behind-the-scenes. While we probably won’t have the frequency of updates that you’re accustomed to, please be assured that work is underway.

Originally Posted By BlackFox:


Where do you get that? Everything on the facebook site or website suggests a distribution deal is signed with a reputable distributor. Unless you know something I don't, I would contest your wild guesses.

As far as distribution - for those of you that don't follow trends, DVD sales are dropping rapidly. The future of the entertainment world is quickly moving to streaming (VoD via cable, satellite, iTunes, Hulu, Vudu, Netflix, Facebook, etc.). While the big studios may still put DVDs on shelves at WalMart, I never really had any expectation Remnants would get there. I know the guys at AfterLight, though, and have no doubt you will see Remnants on VoD via several channels. Netflix will probably be one of the last places you see it, but it will see broad distribution.

Again, hang in there. News is coming. Don't start shooting this project down before it even gets out of the starting gate. I have invested years of my life and huge sums of money because I still believe in the original goal - to introduce normal everyday people to the concept that bad things can and do happen. My goal remains to make people think, anticipate and prepare after being entertained. This movie was never intended to be a big screen blockbuster. It was also never intended to be a prepper's wet dream with massive shootouts, lots of survival training/know-how and technology in place. I still believe the movie hits that target, and will see broad-scale availability. I know it's been a long ride for those of you that have followed this project since 2010. We're close....