Seventh Art Releasing (also known as 7th Art Releasing) is an American entertainment company and film distributor founded in 1994 by Udy Epstein and Jonathan Cordish. [1] The company specializes in the release and sale of documentaries and independent films through traditional and modern outlets including theatrical and non-theatrical distribution, film festivals, cable and television, home video, and video-on-demand.
Type | Film distribution |
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Industry | Film |
Founded | 1994 |
Founders | Udy Epstein and Jonathan Cordish |
Headquarters | Los Angeles, California , United States |
Website | 7thart |
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