What is Vurchel.com and why does it exist?
I'm Dmitry Kuchev, and like you, I've lost count of the times I've fallen for a film at a festival, only to have it disappear into the ether once the curtains closed. It's like those films entered a black hole, unreachable and far from the streaming world we live in. Sometimes, they’re not even googlable.
That nagging feeling — “What if more people could see this?” — didn't sit right with me. So, I decided to do something about it. That something is Vurchel.com.
The spark behind Vurchel.com
The journey from festival screens to your screens at home shouldn't be a maze. Vurchel.com is all about making sure you can find, bookmark, and eventually stream those festival gems. Hit the "Subscribe" button under the title for a film you loved (or think you'll love), and we'll ping you when it's time to watch it. Simple as that.
A shout-out to filmmakers
Hey, creators, it's truly all about you. While a festival run generates buzz around your film, this buzz often quickly fades. We're here to keep that excitement alive. Vurchel ensures that your audience's interest is retained. We alert your fans when it’s time to watch your film from the comfort of their homes, maintaining momentum from festivals. It's about giving your film a life beyond the festival circuit.
Your films, your rules
At Vurchel.com, we prioritize your control over your films. We don't host them. When possible, we embed players from platforms like YouTube or Vimeo. If not, we provide direct links. You're always in charge of your content.
Let's build this together
Vurchel.com is like a baby. It needs nurturing, support, and, yes, a bit of love to grow. Whether you're here to find your next favorite film, share your creation, or help out in any way you can, you're part of what makes this work.
We're at the beginning of our story, and with your help, we can shape a future where no great film is ever forgotten.
- Filmmakers: Add your films to our database. Spread the word.
- Volunteer: Join us to add films or help develop Vurchel. We need enthusiasts in film curation and tech. Ping us here: vurchel@vurchel.com
- Support Us: Subscribe to Vurchel Pro! It’s less than a coffee per month, and it packs a lot of perks — we’ll take care of adding all the films in your portfolio, there is custom short URLs for your pages, ad-free browsing, fundraising options, and more.