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Connecting films to audiences

We are a non-profit startup working to create the most comprehensive database of independent films and film festivals, connecting filmmakers with fans and industry leaders. Think IMDb, but exclusively for festival films - with a "Where to Watch" link if the film is already out, and a "Get Notified" button if the film is not yet available for streaming.

Filmmaker, unlock your film's full potential!

During festival screenings, films experience their peak public interest — a time when audience engagement and excitement are at their highest.

Yet, this significant opportunity for attention often remains unexplored, as films typically make their online debut long after their festival appearances.

It’s not just about lost views; it’s about missing out on building a lasting relationship with your audience, the support and engagement that could fuel your next projects.

Vurchel ensures your audience's interest is retained. We alert your fans when the film is ready to stream, maintaining momentum from festivals for wider reach and engagement. With Vurchel, your film's buzz isn't just preserved — it's amplified.

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Josef Kubota Wladyka

Josef Kubota Wladyka

Josef Kubota Wladyka is an American film and television director, screenwriter and producer, born to a Japanese mother and a Polish father. He received an MFA from New York University and in 2010 was awarded the Spike Lee Fellowship, which supported his feature debut Manos sucias (Dirty Hands), a U.S.–Colombian production that won Best New Narrative Director at the 2014 Tribeca Film Festival and was nominated for two Independent Spirit Awards. In television he has directed episodes of Narcos, Fear the Walking Dead, Animal Kingdom and Outcast, as well as the premiere episode of the second season of The Terror. His third feature, Ha-Chan, Shake Your Booty!, starring Rinko Kikuchi, was selected for the U.S. Dramatic Competition of the 2026 Sundance Film Festival.

Born

September 21, 1981

Films on Vurchel

2026

Ha-Chan, Shake Your Booty!

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2021

Catch the Fair One

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