Amazon and Microsoft have teamed up to sponsor the “One thousand HD DVD Indies Project” which is designed to make it easier for independent filmmakers to author and distribute their high definition works. At no charge to the filmmaker, 1000 selected entries will be authored to HD DVD format using Microsoft tools and then made available to Amazon.com customers via the CustomFlix Disc on Demand service. HD DVDs are produced as they are ordered so there are never any inventory issues to worry about. For independent filmmakers, this is a great way to distribute your high definition films on Amazon.com, a CustomFlix E-Store, and even on your own website (assuming of course you get selected). Filmmakers can set their own list price and earn royalties on all sales. They’re also free to pursue traditional distribution deals while participating in this project.

To submit your film to the 1000 HD DVD Indies Project, you need to go to this link and fill out the form. Chosen titles will be contacted by email or phone and you’ll have 30 days to send them a copy of your HD tape (film will not be accepted) and set up your title in their system.

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