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323 6th Ave. New York, NY 10014 NY Tel. 917-542-6200 |
Type: Subsidiary
On the web:
http://www.ifc.com
This media firm depends on no one, except consumers looking for entertainment outside the mainstream. The Independent Film Channel operates popular cable networks IFC and Sundance, along with movie production and distribution businesses. Its IFC network reaches about 50 million US homes with a mix of independent movies and original programming aimed at the young male demographic. Reaching more than 30 million homes, Sundance offers films and specials for an older audience group. The Independent Film Channel also produces and distributes original movies through IFC Films, IFC Productions, and joint venture InDigEnt. The company is owned by Rainbow Media, the entertainment unit of Cablevision.
Officers:
President: Jonathan Sehring
SVP Partnerships and Licensing: Alan Klein
VP Public Relations: Michelle Panzer
Competitors:
HBO
Starz Entertainment
Turner Broadcasting
