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Ryan Kavanaugh’s GENTV advances film, TV and streaming with record-breaking film, Skillhouse


Contributor Content Ryan Kavanaugh, the entrepreneur behind Relativity Media, has once again demonstrated his ability to challenge and reshape the entertainment industry. With the launch of GENTV and its debut short film Skillhouse, Kavanaugh is not only working on setting new standards for content creation, but also aiming to innovate film financing. Within just 48 hours, Skillhouse […]

“We believe since we will have all of the customer and user data off of the shorts we have a one-one connection with the end ticket buyer as well and we will be able to drive the audience into theaters in a whole new manner” said Kavanaugh. GENTV’s approach to distribution is equally innovative, combining short-form episodic films with traditional full-length features to cater to various viewing preferences. With Skillhouse set for a 3000-screen release on Halloween weekend and an impressive A- audience rating, it seems Kavanaugh may have another bona fide hit on his hands.

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