FILMMAKING STUFF Tactics.
If you're seeking advice on how to fund, produce and sell your movie, these filmmaking articles will help you. You'll find that each article provides creative ideas and tips, with links to further information about filmmaking.
5 Movie Distribution Mistakes That Make You Look Dumb
Most of us love making films but hate the business side. This is a major reason why filmmakers are notorious for ignoring distribution.
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How To Make Indie Filmmaking Your Small Business
Part of why filmmaking seems challenging and impossible is because many of us start our career with the belief that filmmakers need a gazillion dollars, tons of experience and an address in Hollywood to make a living as a “real” filmmaker. While this was once true, the new model of movie making allows you to create and sell movies from anywhere in the world.
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5 Takeaways from ATT Shape Event For Independent Filmmakers
Technology transforms and revolutionizes entertainment, which is happening at an accelerating pace in today's world. This was on full display at …
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The 5 Laws For Hollywood Success (For Smart Filmmakers)
You should never burn a bridge in the movie industry. Your word is your honor. Here are the 5 laws for Hollywood Success…
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Will My Movie Make Money (How To Create Sales Projections That Matter)
Will my movie make money? This is not a new question. A decade ago, I read Adventures In The Screen Trade where William Goldman said something that has stuck with Hollywood heavyweights ever since: “Nobody Knows Anything.” Now…
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The First Time I Got Fired (In The Movie Biz)
And although everyone was happy to teach me the inner workings of production, off set, it was my responsibility to scrub toilets and mop the floors. I didn't mind the crap work. In fact, scrubbing toilets taught me a valuable lesson. I realized if I can keep my dreams bigger than the crap, I can get through pretty much anything. I had no choice but to become the most successful janitor this company ever had. And I never complained. Someone had to do it, and at the very least, I ate lunch with a group of talented film and video professionals.
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15 Killer Resources So You Can Make A Movie This Year
If you have ever seen me at speaking events, you know that one of my core philosophies is to make a movie you can make this year. The reason I push this is because way too many filmmakers never do anything! But…
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The Top 10 Filmmaker Contract Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
It's inevitable that, in the pursuit of your career, you'll need to sign a filmmaker contract. No article can cover all …
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