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Send us Fan Mail Filmmaker Jason Morris joins the podcast to discuss the realities of micro budget filmmaking in today’s industry. Including film funding, distribution, profitability and the changing landscape for independent filmmakers. From producing films at different budget levels to releasing projects through distributors and aggregators, Jason shares practical insight into what actually works, what filmmakers should avoid in contracts and why audience-building matters more than ever. We...
Send us Fan Mail #moviemaking #filmmaking #indiefilm #filmmakingpodcast #filmmaking #moviemaking #microbudget #indiefilm Filmmaker, actor and producer Austin Galante talks about the grind of making independent films in today’s market, from shooting music videos and working with major recording artists to directing feature-length horror films and navigating distribution deals. Austin shares the story behind Sanguine Teeth on a Driftless Road, including the budget realities, marketi...
Send us Fan Mail #moviemaking #filmmaking #indiefilm #filmmakingpodcast #filmmaking #moviemaking #microbudget #indiefilm In this episode of The Honest Filmmaker Podcast, director Beasy Jones joins us to unpack the realities of building a career in independent filmmaking, starting with nothing but self-taught skills and a drive to create. We explore how Beasy went from learning the craft online to directing both feature films and episodic series and what that transition actually l...
Send us Fan Mail #moviemaking #filmmaking #indiefilm #filmmakingpodcast #filmmaking #moviemaking #microbudget #indiefilm Filmmaker Nick Psinakis joins the podcast to discuss the journey behind his feature film Cheat and the realities of independent film distribution. From development and production through to release, Nick shares a transparent look at the financial side of filmmaking including budget, sales performance and the differences between traditional distribution and plat...
Send us Fan Mail #moviemaking #filmmaking #indiefilm What separates convincing screen action from something that just feels fake? In this episode of The Honest Filmmaker Podcast, I’m joined by Bruce Fontaine, stunt performer, martial artist and filmmaker, to talk about the craft behind action filmmaking at the micro-budget level. Bruce shares insights from his experience working in Hong Kong, one of the most influential action film industries in the world and breaks down what made those films...
Send us Fan Mail #moviemaking #filmmaking #indiefilm #filmmakingpodcast #filmmaking #moviemaking #microbudget #indiefilm What happens when one person takes on every role in a film production? In this episode, I’m joined by Matt Simpson to talk about Disremembered, a project where he handled everything himself, from acting and directing to shooting and editing, without a crew. We get into the realities of making a film solo, from the technical hurdles to the creative mindset it ta...
Send us Fan Mail #moviemaking #filmmaking #indiefilm #filmmakingpodcast #filmmaking #moviemaking #microbudget #indiefilm What happens when you decide to make a feature film without the safety net of a big budget? In this episode, I’m joined by filmmaker Shawn Goolsby to talk about his debut feature 'The Test', a project born out of determination, creativity and the realities of independent filmmaking. We explore the journey from concept to completion, the challenges of working wit...
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I’m joined by filmmaker Steve Love, who describes himself as “The Film Machine.” We explore his journey into filmmaking, the lessons he learned from his first projects and the realities of working within budget constraints while still creating compelling films. Steve shares insights on casting, contracts, distribution and why understanding the business side of filmmaking is just as important as the creative. From early mistakes to marketing strategies that wo...
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