In an exciting development for independent filmmakers, actors, and producers, Red Coral Universe is proud to announce its global launch. This innovative platform is an artist-first, over-the-top (OTT), advertising video on demand (AVOD), streaming service that is specifically designed to cater to the independent film, music, and TV world.
Red Coral Universe: A Game-Changer for Independent Creators
Founded by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Larry Meistrich, actor/producer Scott Valentine, and filmmaker Steven C. Young, Red Coral Universe is a game-changer for independent creators. The platform is free-to-use and available on all phones, tablets, and computers, as well as Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, Google TV, and Samsung Smart TV, and the web, which represent over 90% of the Connected TV Device Market in North America.
A Large and Eclectic Catalog of Independent Content
Red Coral Universe features a large and eclectic catalog of award-winning, independent feature and short films, TV series, music videos, podcasts, talk shows, sports leagues, rap battle leagues, live concerts, and filmed theatrical plays. Some of the exciting content available on the platform includes:
- Barz – television series featuring some of the most successful and respected artists and producers in Hip-Hop as they set out to find the best performer/producer duo in America.
- Boo – multi award-winning horror short film about a traumatic event that forces a recovering addict to face her demons, without her worried fiancé uncovering the truth.
- Carmonizer – award-winning student short film about a man who is gifted a vintage car by his girlfriend, which awakens something deep inside him. His love for the car forces him to confront who he is and what he wants out of life.
- Mute – multi award-winning sci-fi short film from 19-year-old filmmaker and Harvard student, Wesley Wang. In a world where words cost money, a woman saves up for her first word in the hope of standing up to her abuser.
- Street Leagues – award-winning documentary narrated by Oscar-nominated actor Colin Farrell that follows the men and women of the Irish Homeless Street Leagues as they overcome homelessness and addiction through the power of sport.
- Ukraine on Fire – executive produced and narrated by Oliver Stone, this alternative perspective on Ukraine’s history features interviews with Russian President Vladimir Putin and former Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych following the 2014 demonstrations, revealing secret efforts by Western clandestine agencies that led to regime change.
Red Coral Universe is not just a platform for established creators, but also fosters new talent and develops content geared toward immersive experiences. The platform has launched an initiative designed to foster and develop up-and-coming talent, with a focus on horror fans.
Circus of the Dead 2 Casting + Crew Call is a worldwide competition that allows entrants to submit their photos and/or videos for the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be killed on-screen by Papa Corn, a sadistic clown played by horror icon, Bill Oberst Jr., or join the production crew.
Red Coral Universe is A Preeminent Force in the Entertainment Industry
Red Coral Universe’s founders and CEO, Larry Meistrich, has been a preeminent force in the entertainment industry for decades. He founded the first independent studio, The Shooting Gallery, where he produced award-winning films such as Billy Bob Thornton’s Sling Blade and Kenneth Lonergan’s You Can Count on Me.
Head of Production Scott Valentine is a producer and actor best known for his portrayal of Nick Moore on the popular 80’s sitcom Family Ties. Head of Content Steven C. Young, a multi-award-winning filmmaker, brings knowledge and creativity gained from a long and versatile career in the entertainment industry, including a five-year stint at New Regency Films.