We need more original movies with something to say.
The current film distribution system is broken. Only sequels and franchises, and adaptations of bestselling novels, can be financed. This means there’s no room left for originality in the traditional system.
Disrupt Entertainment was built to elevate new, original voices and ensure the filmmakers are paid fairly so they can continue to make movies.
We’re always looking for filmmakers with something to say, who have been left behind by the traditional system. If that’s you, check out our filmmakers tab. If you like movies, check out the films tab. If you want to know more about our team, scroll down.
Ben Yennie - Founder
Ben Yennie is the founder and principal of Disrupt Entertainment. He has more than 15 years of experience in the film industry, principally working as a Producer, Producer’s rep, US Theatrical Distributor, and Sales Agent. Ben is also a consultant, author, and speaker.
Mutiny Pictures: In 2020, Ben founded Mutiny Pictures, which sold to Bayview Entertainment for 100x the initial startup investment in 2022. In that time, Mutiny Pictures signed 50 films, sold 2 to Redbox, 3 to Showtime, 2 to Starz, 7 to Wal-Mart (in-store), 3 to IFC/Shudder, and more, and released broadly on TVOD and AVOD.
Notable Films: Ben has had a significant role in the acquisition and distribution of more than 80 films, including Tim Travers and the Time Traveler’s Paradox, Equal Standard, I Am Lisa, and Skinamarink.
Books/Appearances: Among others, Ben has spoken at San Diego Comic Con, the University of Southern California, University of the Pacific. He has appeared on dozens of podcasts including Indie Film Hustle, Shoots Video, and the Lean Startups Podcast,. Ben has been featured in Variety, The Wrap, and Deadline. Additionally, he has Written 3 books, most notably The Guerrilla Rep: American Film Market Distribution Success on No Budget as well as writing more than 200 blogs on TheGuerrillaRep.com/blog and other outlets.
Our Advisors
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Alan Green
ADVISOR / SALES CONSULTANT
Alan Green has been in the international sales field for more than 20 years. He currently heads OneTwoThree Media, an international sales agency founded in 2020.
Previously, Alan worked with major studios such as 20th Century Fox, releasing titles such as Titanic and Star Wars Episode I across multiple European territories. -
Debbie Brubaker
ADVISOR
Debbie is a veteran producer with dozens of feature film credits. Most notably, Sorry to Bother You, Blue Jasmine, and Click Bait,
Among other affiliations, Debbie is the former DGA Coordination Committee member for San Francisco, regularly lectures at various SF Bay Area Film Schools, and continues to produce films in the SF Bay.