We Want the Airwaves / Manifesto

04/15/2024

A new podcast review of "We Want the Airwaves." Check it out -these guys keep it lively - still 😂😂 over here!

‎Show Indie Film Review, Ep Episode 259: We Want the Airwaves - Apr 2, 2024

03/16/2024

An interview we recently did! The film now has a study guide (for educators) which is available on the review page on Video Librarian or the website.

https://videolibrarian.com/articles/interviews/we-want-the-airwaves-harsh-realities/

04/08/2023

New review up! This is from an outlet that recommends films for professors and libraries. 4/5 stars!

https://videolibrarian.com/reviews/documentary/we-want-the-airwaves/

09/20/2022

Another great review for We Want the Airwaves!
https://theindependentcritic.com/we_want_the_airwaves

Where to watch:
https://wewanttheairwaves.net/watch/

08/19/2022

A review of "We Want the Airwaves" from Film Threat mag!

I don't know if Scott Ryan's documentary, We Want The Airwaves, will be inspirational or triggering. Still, if you're someone who has ever had a great idea for a television show, a movie, or even a business opportunity and almost died or burnt out trying to bring it to life, Scott's story is one you

08/16/2022

This weekend in Georgia! Thanks to Black Cat Picture Show for selecting the film!!

07/19/2022

Our first TV Interview for the doc! Huge thanks to NBC 6 and the amazing Jen Herrera!

NBC 6 in the Mix Jen Herrera speaks to director Scott Ryan about his new docuseries “We Want the Air Waves” that explores the complicated process of pitching new shows

07/12/2022

Reviews are coming in hot!!

July 11th, 2022 MOVIE: WE WANT THE AIRWAVES STARRING: PAULINE ADAMEK, AMBER ARBUCCI, KEVIN CANDIDO DIRECTED BY: SCOTT RYAN AMovieGuy.com’s RATING: 3 ½ STARS (Out of 4) Since I teach in a film and television program at a major university, students often ask for advice on how they can make it big i...

06/28/2022

And we're live! You can now watch at all the usual places (full list here):
https://wewanttheairwaves.net/watch/

(Links to the platforms are being updated as the film goes live throughout the day!)

'WE WANT THE AIRWAVES' is now on demand!

https://amzn.to/3Ov2KCH

Filmed over the course of 10 years, "We Want the Airwaves" chronicles the journey of a trio of first time TV makers as they embark on the ultimate Hollywood adventure. The group creates, bootstraps, and films an activist focused docuseries ("Manifesto!") in the year 2005, with the ultimate goal of launching the first citizen’s platform on network television.Cut from countless hours of behind the scenes footage and interviews with TV & Cultural insiders and outsiders, "We Want the Airwaves" follows the turbulent making of Manifesto! all while exposing the harsh realities of the ethically challenged unscripted television world.The roadblocks for the trio quickly become monolithic. Besides the inevitable interpersonal conflicts that develop, how do you sell a TV series which challenges the status quo? The kind of series that advocates for viewers to get off the couch and get active in their communities? A show that requires bold, visionary executives to carry it over the Mount Kilimanjaro of network personalities?As the filmmakers boldly navigate Hollywood, with a nearly blind commitment to their plan, they raise just enough funding to shoot a pilot. As they begin to pitch their series, they are fueled by consistent adulation from their peers & TV executives alike. These accolades bolster their belief that they will change television as they know it and give a broadcast voice to a generation.

06/27/2022

We Want the Airwaves releases tomorrow!!!

'We Want the Airwaves' is coming to VOD tomorrow! Read the news on Variety - https://bit.ly/3xZsEqV

06/25/2022

The news just broke in Variety!!!

06/20/2022

Pre-order 'WE WANT THE AIRWAVES' on iTunes.

https://apple.co/3MOFei6

Filmed over the course of 10 years, "We Want the Airwaves" chronicles the journey of a trio of first time TV makers as they embark on the ultimate Hollywood adventure. The group creates, bootstraps, and films an activist focused docuseries ("Manifesto!") in the year 2005, with the ultimate goal of launching the first citizen’s platform on network television.Cut from countless hours of behind the scenes footage and interviews with TV & Cultural insiders and outsiders, "We Want the Airwaves" follows the turbulent making of Manifesto! all while exposing the harsh realities of the ethically challenged unscripted television world.The roadblocks for the trio quickly become monolithic. Besides the inevitable interpersonal conflicts that develop, how do you sell a TV series which challenges the status quo? The kind of series that advocates for viewers to get off the couch and get active in their communities? A show that requires bold, visionary executives to carry it over the Mount Kilimanjaro of network personalities?As the filmmakers boldly navigate Hollywood, with a nearly blind commitment to their plan, they raise just enough funding to shoot a pilot. As they begin to pitch their series, they are fueled by consistent adulation from their peers & TV executives alike. These accolades bolster their belief that they will change television as they know it and give a broadcast voice to a generation.

06/19/2022

Well here it is, finally... the sneak peek trailer for our feature length documentary "We Want the Airwaves."

The film is now available online, cable pay per view and on blu-ray!
https://wewanttheairwaves.net/watch/

It is available on most streaming and cable ppv platforms including: Amazon Prime, Apple TV, iTunes, Vudu, Dish Network, Cox, Spectrum, Comcast, Xbox etc.

03/20/2022

Say what?! Yes we are continuing our California festival run!! Go to malibufilmfestival.org for tickets (starts tomorrow 3/20-3/27). Film will not be live until 3/20. They are fully virtual this year.

Big news is coming, can't wait to share our next chapter with everyone!