How To Fix Your Independent Film Budget Like A Boss
Creating an independent film budget requires that you get very creative. Unlike studio productions, as an independent filmmaker, you have limited resources. After …
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How To Survive The Movie Business
Surviving the Movie Industry in times of change is similar to surviving other industries going through change. Necessitated by the need for cash (survival), many of you will be forced to see the world as an entrepreneur. Even if you aren’t ready, you may have to learn how to produce your own profitable movies…
The Future Of The Self Distribution Model
In the old days, self distribution got a bad wrap. Before DVD and the wonders of the digital age, if people wanted to self distribute, they had to haul heavy film prints from city to city all over the country… But not any more!
How To Grow Your Movie Audience Email List In 3 Simple Steps!
If you are looking to market your movie inexpensively, you need to Grow Your Email List. Here are some tactics.
Selling the Movie You Haven’t Made
For years I’ve said that the best part about going to the movies is the very beginning. No, not the opening credits, I’m …
Filmmakers Network
I finally had an experience that reinforced the importance of your filmmakers network. Over the past six months, I’ve been working to put …
Film Finance In Europe
Travel to Europe and you will find many independent filmmakers are feeling the pinch brought on by the lack of public funds, subsidies …
Filmmaking Podcast: Make Your Movie
If you want to make your movie, you might find this valuable. I just recorded a filmmaking podcast where I share 3 tips that are NOW essential for all successful independent filmmakers…
Filmmaking Stuff Book
Grab Your Copy Of Filmmaking Stuff So You Can Take Action And Make Your Movie Now! Are you looking for filmmaking books? As …
Keven Smith talks Movie Distribution
I love Kevin Smith’s attitude towards modern movie distribution. If you’re like most independent filmmakers, what Kevin was able to accomplish from his days of Clerks has been amazing. Back then, he not only dreamed the Sundance Dream, but he realized the dream as well.
Independent Film Distributor Report Card
We’ve all heard many horror stories from filmmakers who were thrilled to find a distributor for their film only to find the film was mishandled, shelved or the company went under with no recourse for the filmmaker to claim their rights back. There are also distributors so coveted for their professionalism and skill at finding the right audiences for their titles that everyone wants to work with them.
Jon Reiss and Sheri Candler talk Movie Marketing and Distribution
The traditional independent filmmaking business was defined by a filmmaker finding a script, locating investors, raising money, making the movie and then landing an awesome distribution deal – and living happily ever after. Over the last few years, the entire model of indie filmmaking has gone Topsy-Turvy…
Filmmaking Stuff Is On Face Book
Your friendships with other filmmakers dictate the scope and scale of your movies. And while not everyone you meet in the movie industry is going to become your best friend, it’s always great to know who to call, to help you make things happen.
Richard Abramowitz Talks About Independent Movie Distribution
Richard Abramowitz is president of Abramorama, a consulting firm specializing in the production, marketing, distribution and representation of independent films. Earlier this week, Richard took a few minutes to chat with Filmmaking Stuff and answer questions regarding the current state of independent movie distribution…
Filmmaking Apps for iPhone
As a filmmaker, there are some very specific apps you can add to your own iPhone. Many claim to make your movie making process run more smoothly. And many claim to replace otherwise (bulky and expensive) film and video equipment with something that will fit in your pocket.
Interview with Peter D. Marshall
Jason Brubaker of Filmmaking Stuff caught up with Peter D. Marshall for a few minutes earlier this week to ask him about his new online filmmaking course.
Filmmaking Articles
Filmmaking Stuff has filmmaking articles that cover the spectrum for independent filmmakers.