Dead on Distribution

Dead on Distribution

How far would you go to promote your own film?

2025 · 18 min · ★ 6.0 · Horror, Comedy

A B-movie filmmaker attempts to get a distribution deal for his new slasher flick, but the lead actor has some unsavory ideas about how to promote the film after its poor reception.

Directed by Alasdair Gretton · Written by Paul Richards

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