A Movie First: In theaters, On DVD, and Online – All at the Same Time

For the past 5 years, Matson Films has been at the forefront of the digital revolution in movie-watching. We understand that millions of people are now using the convenience and variety of the Internet to download movies as well as the positive aspects of a movie gaining exposure through the sharing of files. In turn, we hope that our audience understands the time money and effort contributed by dozens of people to make a project like Towncraft happen. Towncraft is literally the first movie ever to be available in theaters, on DVD and online at the same time. WeÕre offering the near-DVD Download option to allow you every choice of accessing the movie. We hope that, if you choose this option, youÕll donate to the Towncraft project and help us keep its distribution alive.

Download & Burn For Your DVD Player
Step 1: Check the Requirements

Software: DVD-burning software (e.g., Titantium Toast, Nero Burning ROM)
Hardware: DVD burner (internal or external)
Storage: 2.11 GB (Fits on a standard DVD-R)
Bandwidth: DSL/Cable (80-120 minutes)

Step 2: Download

The download file is a Disk Image compatible with Mac OS X. Make sure you have enough disk space, a reliable Internet connection, and start downloading right now.

Mac: Towncraft.img – Download the Disk Image (Right-click / Control-click and choose Save Link As...)

Windows: Towncraft.zip – Download the Zip (Right-click / Control-click and choose Save Link As...)

Download Mirror for Windows users: Towncraft.zip. Many thanks to Robert-Jan!

Step 3: Burn
Mac: Use the Finder
1) Create a Burn Folder on your Desktop
2) Drag the Towncraft.img file to the Burn Folder
3) Click on the Burn Folder
4) Click on Burn Disc... in the File menu
5) Insert blank DVD-R media
Mac: Use Toast Titanium
1) Open the Toast Titantium Application
2) Drag the Towncraft.img file onto the window
3) Click on the red Record button
4) Insert blank DVD-R media
Windows XP
1) Unzip the Towncraft.zip file
2) Start a DVD-burning utility (e.g., Nero Burning ROM or Sonic DVDit!)
3) Select the VIDEO_TS and AUDIO_TS folders for burning
4) Insert blank DVD-R media

Notes:
Email us with questions or comments
• We recommend using DVD-R media instead of DVD+R media
• Make sure the Write Speed matches the speed of your media
Step 4: Watch

Make some popcorn, turn down the lights, and play the DVD on your living room DVD player. We hope the process was an easy one and you enjoy the film as much as we enjoyed making it and getting it to you.

Step 5: Donate

Making this film has been a tremondous labor of love and contribution from many people across the country. The film and Website would not have happened without the support of many people who contributed not just during the past 12 months but who contributed their energy and devotion in developing a scene and community over the past 20 years.

We believe in fair distribution and communication contribution. If you're feeling tipsy, your financial contribution will enable us to continue to offer this film to our audience who may not be able to afford the Retail Box Set. Any amount is kindly appreciated – and if you've got bandwidth to spare, contact us about hosting the film on your servers.

Thanks!

Download & Sync For Your iPod
Step 1: Check the Requirements

Software: Apple's free iTunes application
Hardware: 5G iPod (fifth generation, video-enabled iPod) or Apple TV
Storage: 440 MB
Bandwidth: DSL/Cable (10-20 minutes)

Step 2: Download

The file is an iTunes-compatible H.264 video file. Make sure you have enough disk space, a reliable Internet connection, and start downloading right now. The easiest method may be to right-click and choose Save Link As... and save it to a location on your computer.

Towncraft.m4v – Download the iTunes-compatible video file
(Right-click / Control-click and choose Save Link As... to save it to a location on your Desktop)

Step 3: Sync

1) Open your iTunes application
2) Import the Towncraft.m4v file to your library by dragging the file onto your iTunes window.
3) Sync your iPod or Apple TV

Step 4: Watch

You can take it with you.

Long commute? Boring lecture? Watch Towncraft on your iPod. A friend into music? Watch Towncraft on your iPod

Or, for those of you really embracing the digital age with your Apple TV, make some popcorn, turn down the lights, and play the movie on your living room TV.

Step 5: Donate

Making this film has been a tremondous labor of love and contribution from many people across the country. The film and Website would not have happened without the support of many people who contributed not just during the past 12 months but who contributed their energy and devotion in developing a scene and community over the past 20 years.

We believe in fair distribution and communication contribution. If you're feeling tipsy, your financial contribution will enable us to continue to offer this film to our audience who may not be able to afford the Retail Box Set. Any amount is kindly appreciated – and if you've got bandwidth to spare, contact us about hosting the film on your servers.

Thanks!