At Suncatcher, we amplify films about women, people with disabilities, and the environment that awaken audiences. Each month, we include “Sunbeams” in our newsletter and we are bringing them to Instagram. Sunbeams can be quotes, recommendations, or interesting facts that awaken our curiosity across these themes. More soon☀️
Annalisa Shoemaker founded Suncatcher Productions in 2023 to amplify intentional, representative stories that awaken audiences, particularly about women, people with disabilities, and the environment.
Suncatcher empowers purposeful, illuminating films of all languages and formats. We collaborate closely with film teams to transform their goals into strategic, creative outcomes through consultation and execution.
Follow along for our upcoming releases, strategy client highlights, sunbeams, distribution tips, and more! ☀️
For smaller independent films, running an awards campaign can be a pipe dream due to a lack of funding.
Our CEO, Brian Walker, interviewed industry experts to get their hot takes on awards season and how to get your film in front of the right people.
🎙️Stay tuned for highlight Reels of those conversations!
Learn more about “To Be Seen” and our partnership with @popcollab via our link in bio.
#ToBeSeen #AwardsSeason #IndependentFilm #ImpactProducing #PeabodyAwards #EmmyAwards #BobTrevinoLikesIt #SpeakTheFilm #Oscars #FilmIndustry #PopCultureCollab #FilmCommunity
It Will Be Seen: Indie Distribution in 2026— link in bio to register!!!
In this session, we discuss alternative distribution options. We’re not just talking about social media (although!), we’re highlighting lesser-known indie distributors and speaking with executives to answer your questions about the process. Distribution in 2026 looks different, and we’re here to help you navigate the pathways forward.
—It Will Be Seen: Indie Distribution in 2026— link in bio to register!!!
In this session, we discuss alternative distribution options. We’re not just talking about social media (although!), we’re highlighting lesser-known indie distributors and speaking with executives to answer your questions about the process. Distribution in 2026 looks different, and we’re here to help you navigate the pathways forward.
Art house cinemas bridge the gap between independent films and their audiences, becoming the natural home for filmmakers aligning with mission-based, community-focused theaters across the map.
Join AHC @sxsw , along with Kolby Ari of @dreamlandtulsa , Annalisa Shoemaker of @suncatcherprods , and Timothy Petryni of @fucktoysthemovie to learn best practices for connecting with independent cinemas, with - or without - a traditional distributor!
Session held on Friday, March 13th, 2026 @ 11:30 AM CT @ SXSW!
