Amazon subsidiary acquires Without a Box

SEATTLE Amazon.com's subsidiary The Internet Movie Database (www.imdb.com), an online source of information on movies, TV and celebrities, has announced its agreement to acquire Without A Box, a worldwide media company dedicated to advancing independent film and connecting artists with audiences.

According to Withoutabox co-founders David Straus an Joe Neulight, Withoutabox helps idependent filmmakers and festivals reach a broader audience.

"For eight years, Withoutabox has enabled filmmakers and festivals to reach the widest audience possible," said Straus, ceo of  Withoutabox. "Now, they will be able to connect directly with the 50 million film lovers who visit IMDb each month."