What is 1stLook?
1stLook is a platform for filmmakers and distributors to make their films available for streaming to schools, colleges and universities. 1stLook provides a platform for filmmakers and distributors to make their films available for academic streaming while the films are still in theatrical release, or before the films are released to aggregation platforms like Docuseek.
What license types are available?
Films may be licensed for one year, three years and for Life of File.
Are 1stLook titles also available on Docuseek?
Most 1stLook titles are not available on Docuseek, but there are cases where titles are available on both platfirms. License prices should be the same on both platforms.
How do I access my 1stLook films?
You may access your films via the 1stLook site. Because 1stLook is a project of Docuseek, you may also access your 1stLook content via the Docuseek interface which includes using single sign-on and IP address authentication.
Our institution has a Docuseek sreaming agreement. Do I need a new agreement with 1stLook?
Your Docuseek license agreement will cover any 1stLook licenses.
I am a filmmaker / I work with a film distribution company. What can I do with 1stLook?
1stLook enables you to offer your films to colleges and universities with the services that academic libraries expect, like cataloging support and integration with their learning management systems and user authentication. 1stLook provides you with a way to sell streaming licenses from your website via embedded links.
