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Larenz Tate partners with Vault streaming platform for independent filmmakers

The actor and his brothers are teaming up with the Newark International Film Festival founder to give creators control over monetization and distribution.

The short version

  • Actor Larenz Tate and his brothers, along with festival founder Kenneth Gifford, have joined Vault, a new streaming and distribution platform for independent creators.
  • The service allows filmmakers to host content for free, set their own pricing behind paywalls, and retain control over monetization and ownership.
  • Vault is already active and has reportedly acquired more than 50,000 subscribers.

Key facts

  • Larenz Tate, alongside his brothers Larron and Lahmard Tate and Newark International Film Festival founder Kenneth Gifford, has joined the streaming and distribution platform Vault.[Variety]
  • Vault is designed for independent films, television, documentaries, short-form content, and music.[Variety]
  • Creators can host their work on the platform at no cost, decide which titles are free or paywalled, set their own pricing, and design promotional landing pages.[Variety]
  • The platform offers a free tier as well as a subscription model for viewers.[Variety]
  • According to a company press release, Vault is currently live and has secured over 50,000 subscribers.[Variety]

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