PREVO's Mission
Too often, exceptional independent and student films vanish after the festival circuit. PREVO is here to change that. We’re building a curated, filmmaker-first platform where bold new voices can find real audiences, earn recognition, and grow their careers.
But PREVO is more than just a place to stream films—it’s a hub for film culture. Through our platform, members can:
– Read The Weekend Read, our weekly editorial newsletter filled with film essays, gear guides, career insights, and interviews.
– Join live events, including filmmaker Q&As, workshops, and our signature livestreamed awards show featuring feedback from industry pros.
– Vote in our competitions, helping to spotlight the most exciting new talent in independent film.
– Access filmmaker resources, including exclusive deals on gear, production tools, and submission opportunities.
PREVO is building a new model for indie film—one that’s built on community, curation, and culture.
Who We Are
Ryder McNeal, Founder
While working toward both a Film BA and Marketing BBA at Southern Methodist University, Ryder produced several short films across the nation. He soon noticed that the independent distribution model was outdated, leaving emerging filmmakers with no way to get their work noticed beyond the film festival circuit. In response, he founded PREVO to serve as the destination for filmmakers to get their work noticed and for entertainment professionals to discover the next generation of film talent.
Almost two years later, Ryder oversees PREVO full-time and particularly enjoys helping filmmakers connect with others in the industry; he is also working towards a Master of Business Administration at Southern Methodist University.
Colt Waller, Partner
Colt Waller is a Los Angeles-based screenwriter and producer with experience in production, development, IP packaging, and talent management. He has worked at renowned media companies such as Miramax and AMC Networks, contributing to a range of high-profile projects. While at Miramax, Colt was involved in the production of films such as Alexander Payne’s The Holdovers (2023), Bill Burr’s Old Dads (2023), David Ayer’s The Beekeeper (2024), and Robert Zemeckis’ Here (2024).
At PREVO, Colt has leveraged his significant industry experience to continually devise new ways for film talent to be recognized by Hollywood faster and more readily than ever before.
Get in Touch
Have a film that you'd like to submit or a question? Reach out to us via email at submissions@prevostreaming.com. And don't forget to follow us on our socials linked below (our Instagram is quite fun)!