Hissbox streaming service, launches with $25,000 grant for young filmmakers
Hi s s b ox , a new streaming service, has launched. With a focus on ‘ telling untold stories,’ the streaming service, which launched on September 11, 2020, offers over 400 pieces of content, including world-class originals, blockbuster films, series, documentaries and more.
Speaking on the new offering, Chinecherem Eze, the Nigerian-born, Los Angeles-based, CEO of Hissbox, noted that, “The concern with streaming services today is that despite an extensive volume of offerings, there is still a lack of diversity in available content. We are very excited to say that Hissbox is here to fill this gap.”
“Our focus from inception has been a platform where everyone can find content that reflects their uniqueness. We are telling, sharing and searching for exceptional stories from every corner of the world; there is a waiting audience for those stories and Hissbox will reflect that reality”, she added.
To kick off their search for ‘ unique stories’ across the world, Hissbox has also announced ‘The Hissbox Grant’, funded by the Hissbox Diversity Film Fund (HDFF), which
gives producers up to $25,000 in funding for the production of TV series, feature films and documentaries.
The HDFF looks out for filmmakers from diverse backgrounds with emphasis that stories are expected to be exceptional: stories with creative risks, which inspire dialogue, and are rarely seen in public media.
Starting with free one month access on the platform, Hissbox provides a tiered offering that gives subscribers broad access to Hissbox across web, mobile and connected-tv devices. Hissbox is also very pocket-friendly with monthly
subscriptions from $3.99 only.
Founded by Chinecherem Eze, Nigeria- born serial entrepreneur, Hissbox is a streaming platform, film production and distribution company primarily focused on projecting untold, neglected and less told stories.
The platform aims to change the narrative of how stories are told by funding original content, collaborating and networking with industry leaders, filmmakers and relevant organisations.
It is supported on all devices including connected television screens, desktop, laptops, tablets and on mobile devices.