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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.

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make bad films

Why All Filmmakers Should Make Bad Films

A few years ago, I had an issue with my computer that was concerning enough that I needed to call Apple …

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Alexandra Boylan

How To Create Your Own Career In Hollywood by Alexandra Boylan

Filmmaker Alexandra Boylan has gone from a homeless struggling actor to an award-winning film producer. She's produced, wrote and starred in …

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cut your budget

Three Ways To Cut Your Movie Budget (And Increase Production Value)

Coming up with an accurate film budget can be a sobering experience. You either find out that you need to raise more money or cut your budget entirely. And if you're anything like most independent filmmakers, both options suck. But don't worry. This article offers three ways to cut your movie budget (and increase production value).

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The New Model of Filmmaking (For Serious Filmmakers)

What we are experiencing is the film industry equivalent of sweat shop labor flooding the market with cheaply produced product. And as a result of these diminished margins, filmmakers must now think in terms of volume. So instead of putting 100% focus on simply making one movie, the model must now involve planning for, and creating a library for a minimal budget.

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5 Tips For Throwing A Rough Cut Screening Party

As a filmmaker, getting feedback for your movie is essential. In this article, Jason Brubaker provides some tips on how to get the most bang out of your screening party.

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social media guru

Debunking The Myth Of The Social Media Guru

Before you hire a social media guru to run your crowdfunding campaign, you may want to read this article about the myth of the social media guru.

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zombie feature

How to Make a Zombie Feature for $5000

I completed a zombie feature film Project: Eugenics for only $5000. That's right. It is an eighty-minute zombie feature film with …

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encoding

Film Distribution: What You Need To Know About Encoding

To get your film into popular platforms like iTunes, FandangoNow, Google Play, Netflix, and more, your video, audio and artwork will need …

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