About Us
Since 1998, our team has been devoted to acquiring, distributing and representing unique independent films and documentaries. We are your source for award-winning films that will enrich your catalog and impact your community, patrons and faculty.
Interested in expanding your catalog or curriculum? Our features have made their home on shelves of various notable film libraries and institutions. Some of our film topics include Multicultural Studies, Women’s Studies, Medical Studies and Advances, Religious and Spiritual studies, Environmentalism, Aging, Drug Addiction, Gay/Lesbian/Transgender, etc.
Since 1998, our team has been devoted to acquiring, distributing and representing unique independent films and documentaries. We are your source for award-winning films that will enrich your catalog and impact your community, patrons and faculty.
Interested in expanding your catalog or curriculum? Our features have made their home on shelves of various notable film libraries and institutions. Some of our film topics include Multicultural Studies, Women’s Studies, Medical Studies and Advances, Religious and Spiritual studies, Environmentalism, Aging, Drug Addiction, Gay/Lesbian/Transgender, etc.
ALLEN CHOU, PRESIDENT
Allen Chou is President and owner of Passion River Films. In 2005, he established a distribution partnership with Netflix, resulting in over 200 titles released on their site. Allen has placed titles into accounts such as: Blockbuster, Hastings, Whole Foods, Barnes and Noble, Best Buy, Walmart, Netflix Streaming, Hulu, & more. Allen Chou also manages the in-house social media marketing department and serves on the adjunct faculty at New York University teaching film marketing and distribution courses. He is a frequent speaker, panel moderator, and instructor on distribution and social media marketing at film festivals, industry conferences and universities. Allen attended New York University and received his BA in Radio,TV,Film from the University of Maryland.
Email Allen: allen@passionriver.com
Allen Chou is President and owner of Passion River Films. In 2005, he established a distribution partnership with Netflix, resulting in over 200 titles released on their site. Allen has placed titles into accounts such as: Blockbuster, Hastings, Whole Foods, Barnes and Noble, Best Buy, Walmart, Netflix Streaming, Hulu, & more. Allen Chou also manages the in-house social media marketing department and serves on the adjunct faculty at New York University teaching film marketing and distribution courses. He is a frequent speaker, panel moderator, and instructor on distribution and social media marketing at film festivals, industry conferences and universities. Allen attended New York University and received his BA in Radio,TV,Film from the University of Maryland.
Email Allen: allen@passionriver.com
MAT LEVY, director OF SALES & ACQUISITIONS
Mat Levy has worked with Passion River Films since 2004. Having a background in Film and TV publicity, Mat has worked with film campaigns for New Line Cinema, Sony Pictures Classics, Magnolia Pictures, Warner Independent, and Picturehouse. He has also worked with producers from VH1 and MTV on promotion and development. Mat attends most major markets and film festivals including Sundance, SXSW, Tribeca, AFM, and Hot Docs; as well as national retail and library trade shows including: National Media Market, Ingram Entertainment, Alliance Entertainment, Baker & Taylor, CTAM, and the American Library Association. Mat attended the University of Hartford and received a BA in Cinema Studies.
Email Mat: mat@passionriver.com
Email Mat: mat@passionriver.com
Kimberly Balao, MARKETING coordinator
Kim graduated from Rutgers University and started working for Passion River August of 2015 as an intern. She loved the team so much that she stayed and got promoted. Her favorite hobbies include singing, eating & playing guitar.
Email Kim: kim@passionriver.com
Email Kim: kim@passionriver.com
KURT BEADLING, MARKETING COORDINATOR
Kurt graduated from Rowan University with a bachelor's degree in Radio/TV/Film and a minor in Marketing. Previously interning for the Philadelphia Film Society in their Marketing Department, Kurt is excited to dive right into the business of distribution and marketing film. Kurt's hobbies include kayaking, hanging out with friends around a campfire, playing with his niece, and going to the movies.
Email Kurt: kurt@passionriver.com
Email Kurt: kurt@passionriver.com
Jen coolidge, operations coordinator
Jen has a bachelors degree in Marketing from John Carroll University. She joined the team from Ohio in October 2014. Her previous jobs gave her skills in sales as well as distribution which has helped her exceed within the operation department. Without having a large background in film, she has enjoyed learning more about the film industry and is working on furthering her knowledge in the subject. While not at Passion River, she enjoys spending time in her new home with her dog Riley and boyfriend Mike. She also enjoys hanging out with friends, playing golf, exercising and spending time with her family.
Email Jen: jen@passionriver.com
Email Jen: jen@passionriver.com
