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
KURT BEADLING, MARKETING COORDINATOR
Kurt Beadling has worked with Passion River since 2017. Having a background in Film and Marketing from Rowan University, Kurt has previously worked on marketing campaigns for the Philadelphia Film Society and their annual Philadelphia Film Festival. Kurt's work at Passion River focuses on bringing our extensive film catalog to communities around the world to screen.
Email Kurt: Kurt@PassionRiver.com
Email Kurt: Kurt@PassionRiver.com
JESS CONROY, DISTRIBUTION COORDINATOR
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Jessica is the newest member of the team. Jess earned her degree in Television and Digital Media at Montclair State University, where she discovered her passion for the film industry. Having previous experience in casting and video production, Jess sought out Passion River to work directly with independent filmmakers and distribute their Award-winning films to a mass audience.
Email Jess: Jessica@PassionRiver.com |
VANESSA BETHA, OPERATIONS COORDINATOR
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Vanessa has worked with Passion River Films for 2 years in the Operations Department. She attends Rutgers University and is finishing her BA in Journalism and Media Studies and Business Administration. She is also a House Manager for the New Jersey Film Festival where she assists with screenings and reviews film submissions. Vanessa has always had a love for film and appreciates working for a company that is dedicated to creativity & storytelling.
Email Vanessa: Vanessa_Bethea@PassionRiver.com |
