Best Noam Kroll Podcasts (2024)

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S3 E13 | Self-Distributing a Theatrically-Released Feature Film and Intuitive Filmmaking with Director Scott Monahan [BONUS Episode] 52:57

8M ago52:57

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The big goal for many indie filmmakers is a theatrical release. But when you are self-distributing your own feature film, is a theatrical release possible? For director, actor, and executive producer Scott Monahan, it was. With an acting resume and a background in devised theatrical work, Scott's debut feature film Anchorage came together one intui…

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S3 E12 | How a $6000 Feature Film Launched a Filmmaking Career with Director Joshua Caldwell [BONUS Episode] 59:57

9M ago59:57

59:57

Can you really launch a film career with a microbudget feature? The short answer is yes, and Joshua Caldwell has done it. Joshua shares his insights on winning the MTV Movie Award, the jobs he took in LA to make connections in the industry, his writing process, how he approached his self-produced $6k microbudget feature The Layover by flipping the …

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S3 E11 | The Grit and Resilience of a 10 Year Film Project with Documentary Filmmaker Kevin Longa [BONUS Episode] 26:41

11M ago26:41

26:41

Web series production is not one size fits all. Some indie filmmakers may start with web series distribution. Others could start with a web series script they are itching to write. And then some might start on a whim while traveling, and spin one simple idea into an epic documentary series made up of 70 short films, shot across 3 continents, over t…

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S3 E10 | Punk Rock Filmmaking and How to Make a No-Crew Feature Film with Filmmaker Noam Kroll [BONUS Episode] 52:31

1y ago52:31

52:31

[BONUS EPISODE] Hot take: you don't need piles of cash and limitless free time to make a feature film. You can make a feature film with no crew, write as you go, edit you as you go, shoot on weekends, and in less than a year, have a feature film in the can and ready for distribution.This is exactly what filmmaker Noam Kroll did with his film Disapp…

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S3 E9 | Exposing the Unseen Moments of Making an Indie Web Series 26:01

1y ago26:01

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Over the course of two years, we made a web series. And in that time, writer/director Courtney Romano recorded moments of the process — from self-reflection to directing actors to producer's meetings. In today's episode, we piece together a two year process through those BTS audio clips and commentary. Hopefully they give you a feel for the process…

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S3 E8 | How to Work with the Psychology of Color in Film 33:17

1y ago33:17

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Color is emotional. And while you might not be consciously aware of the importance of color in film, once you start noticing color's effect on your feelings, you can't unsee it. In this week's episode, Kinsley Vs. colorist Marika Litz talks with Courtney and Benjy about the psychology of color in film, how a colorist and a director work together to…

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How Filmmaker Joshua Caldwell Moved From DIY Feature Films To Theatrical Releases 1:01:48

1+ y ago1:01:48

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Today, I’m thrilled to have Joshua Caldwell return to the show to discuss his latest feature film Mending The Line. Josh is a prolific filmmaker who got his start with the $6000 feature film Layover, before leveraging its success to develop numerous subsequent features that have each grown in scope and budget. His latest feature Mending The Line (n…

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From $50K Features To Netflix Productions With Film Producer Sevier Crespo 43:05

1+ y ago43:05

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In this episode, I am excited to be joined by acclaimed producer Sevier Crespo to discuss his path as a filmmaker over the past 20 years. Sevier’s career kicked off after a mentorship with Robert Townsend inspired him to pursue film producing. Over the next two decades, Sevier produced countless film projects that have premiered at majors film fest…

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S3 E7 | Creating a Sonic Environment: How to Collaborate & Produce Music for Indie Film 31:23

1+ y ago31:23

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One of the biggest components of film post production is music. Music for tv and film can affect the whole mood of the piece. It can create comedy, drama, or urgency. It's another character in the film or series.In this week's episode, Benjy talks with Courtney and Kinsley Vs. music composer, Match Zimmerman. They talk about how to begin a musical …

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Creating A Powerful Feature Film Proof Of Concept With The Winners Of The Backlot Film Competition 48:13

1+ y ago48:13

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In this episode, I am joined by filmmakers Craig Melville, Ben Yannette, and Andy Hassell - who I initially connected with through my filmmaking community The Backlot. Last summer, this filmmaking trio took part in a community-driven competition that required them to produce a trailer for a new feature film concept. Ultimately, their trailer won th…

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Re-imagining Film Budgeting With Producer & Saturation Founder Jens Jacob 23:05

1+ y ago23:05

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Today, I am excited to be joined by Jens Jacob - an acclaimed film producer, entrepreneur, and founder of the startup Saturation.io. Throughout this episode, Jens shares his journey building his new budgeting platform for filmmakers. One that re-imagines film budgets from the ground up, making them more accessible to emerging filmmakers, and more p…

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How To Build Passive Income Using Stock Footage With Gray Jones 51:02

1+ y ago51:02

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Today I am joined by editor, writer, and producer Gray Jones - who holds no less than 290 credits in film and television, and also runs a prolific stock footage business. Throughout this episode, Gray shares lessons from his new book Make Six Figures With Your Smartphone, which serves as a practical guide for filmmakers looking to build passive inc…

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S3 E6 | Post Production Advice: How to Master the Film Editing Process 40:48

1+ y ago40:48

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They say a film gets made three times — once when it's written, once when it's filmed, and once when it's edited. The filmmaker may see all three versions, but the audience will ever just see one: the edited movie. So whether you're the film's editor, director, or producer, the post production steps are arguably the most important part of your indi…

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How I Wrote, Produced & Directed A Feature Film With No-Budget & No-Crew 24:29

1+ y ago24:29

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In celebration of this milestone 200th episode, today I return to the origins of the podcast with a solo episode - all about my experience making our latest feature film (Disappearing Boy) with no crew. Throughout the episode, I break down the highly unconventional workflow that went into this production, which spanned the course of a year, 30+ loc…

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Making A Critically Acclaimed $30,000 Feature Film With Director Tom Levesque 43:40

1+ y ago43:40

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In this episode I am joined by filmmaker Tom Levesque to share the story behind his debut feature film Shut Eye. Shut Eye is the first feature film that delves into the strange world of ASMR, and is inspired by Tom’s own experiences with insomnia. Throughout the episode, we take an in depth behind the scenes look at this project, from concept to bu…

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How To Get A Debut Feature Green Lit, Produced, And Distributed With Filmmaker Josh Guffey 45:30

1+ y ago45:30

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In this episode I am joined by filmmaker Josh Guffey, here to share his journey and a behind the scenes look into the making his debut feature film "All Gone Wrong". Throughout the interview, we cover the process from end to end - discussing the realities of working with limited budgets and resources, and how Josh navigated these challenges at each…

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S3 E5 | How the Director-Cinematographer Relationship Brings Your Footage to Life 31:57

1+ y ago31:57

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As you're beginning the process of indie filmmaking, you can answer "what makes a good web series?" a hundred different ways. But one way to ensure success is the relationship between director and cinematographer. It's this dynamic that creates the footage that eventually becomes your indie film or web series. And the dynamic you create in the behi…

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Making 19 Feature Films, Shooting A Movie In 3 Hours, Pioneering Folk Filmmaking & More With Dan Lotz 1:00:25

1+ y ago1:00:25

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Today I am joined by folk filmmaking pioneer Dan Lotz, here to talk about his impressive body of work - which consists of no fewer than 19 feature films. Throughout the episode we discuss Dan’s innovate approach to filmmaking, which has allowed him to create movies under incredible circumstances. From making a feature film on an 8 day vacation, to …

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S3 E4 | What Happens on a Film Set: Behind the Scenes Filmmaking Tips 21:51

1+ y ago21:51

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What happens on a film set? The answer is: anything and everything. From managing full company moves between locations, to making sure everyone is fed, to running behind on time, to straying from the script, the energy of a film set can be (at times) overwhelming. Each time you "make your day" can feel like a miracle. Executive Producer Benjy Shaw …

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Carter Smith On Making His Latest Micro-Budget Genre Feature, Finding Festival Success, Landing Distribution & More 46:58

1+ y ago46:58

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Today I am thrilled to have writer/director/photographer Carter Smith back on the show to talk about his latest micro-budget feature film Swallowed. Carter’s first short film (Bugcrush) won Sundance in 2006, and led to his feature film work which includes The Ruins, Jaime Marks is Dead, and multiple recent Blumhouse movies. His latest feature thoug…

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Making A Feature Film With No Crew, Premiering at SXSW, Landing Theatrical Distribution & More With Filmmaker Pete Ohs 57:29

1+ y ago57:29

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Returning to the show today is writer/director/editor Pete Ohs, who you might know from his feature films Everything Is Beautiful Far Away, Youngstown, and his most recent - Jethica. Jethica was produced with no crew and on nearly no-budget, but that didn’t stop it from premiering at SXSW or securing theatrical distribution. Pete’s story is an amaz…

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S3 E3 | Making Costume Design Magic Happen on an Independent Film Budget 25:57

1+ y ago25:57

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Low budget indie films usually require lots of cutting corners. So why is costume design important? How can you get visual bang for your microbudget filmmaking buck? And what is the one department you really can't live without? Costume designer and producer Allison Koehler joins Courtney today to answer those questions and more. From costume design…

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S3 E2 | A Film Budget Breakdown & the Basics of How to Raise Money for an Independent Film Project 17:25

1+ y ago17:25

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You've got the script. You've got the team. But how do you get the money? Before you can raise a dime, you have to understand the importance of budgeting in film production and the basic strategies behind raising money for your indie film project. In this week's episode, Courtney is joined by Kinsley Vs. actor and producer Sara States to talk about…

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Producing For Gary Vee, Growing An Audience, And Navigating Social Media - An Interview With DRock 44:15

1+ y ago44:15

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In this episode I am thrilled to be joined by David Rock (AKA DRock), who you might know as Gary Vaynerchuk’s Executive Creative Director, and the man behind many incredible content pieces and social media innovations. Throughout this episode, we talk all about DRock’s career trajectory, from meeting Gary to making his first video to scaling their …

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Winning A Netflix Filmmaking Grant With Filmmakers Evelyn Lorena & Maris Lidaka 53:31

1+ y ago53:31

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Today, I am joined by filmmaking duo Evelyn Lorena (writer/director) and Maris Lidaka (producer/editor) - the team behind Gabriela, a new short film. Evelyn and Maris were able to leverage the success of their short film to secure a filmmaking grant and fellowship from Netflix, making them another great case-in-point for green lighting your own pro…

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S3 E1 | The Development Process: First Steps for How to Make a Web Series on YouTube 25:57

1+ y ago25:57

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The beginning stages of self-producing indie art can be messy. But we have to start the process to actually produce. Whether you want to figure out how to break into tv and film, make your own web series, or give yourself an acting job, self-producing — and the process it requires — can feel impossible. In today's episode, host Courtney Romano (wri…

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Season 3 Trailer | Process: The Making of Kinsley Vs. 3:37

1+ y ago3:37

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How do you make something out of nothing? As independent artists, we face the same questions with each new project: how do I do this? What comes next? What if it's not good? Join the team behind Kinsley Vs., a 7-episode digital series, as we break down the indie filmmaking process that took us from script to screen. Beginning February 1st. Host: Co…

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Creating A Powerful Documentary Feature In 9 Weeks With Mike J Nichols 1:04:52

1+ y ago1:04:52

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Returning to the show is acclaimed director and editor Mike J. Nichols, here to talk about his latest feature doc John Waite - The Hard Way. Mike’s latest feature was put together under incredible constraints, and was fully edited in just 9 weeks. Throughout the episode, we discuss some of the benefits and challenges of working this quickly, and Mi…

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Making A Debut Short Film With Writer / Director Marisela Grajeda Gonzalez 34:50

1+ y ago34:50

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In this episode I am joined by actor, comedian, and filmmaker Marisela Grajeda Gonzalez to talk all about navigating a career as a filmmaker. Marisela began her filmmaking journey at age 35, when she went back to school to study acting - eventually graduating with a BFA at almost 39 years old. Since, she has forged her own path as a filmmaker by pr…

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Late Bloomers: Making Your TV Directing Debut At 69 Years Old (With Faye Brenner) 42:38

2y ago42:38

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Joining me in this episode is script supervisor turned television director Faye Brenner, who just made her directorial debut at age 69. As a script supervisor, Faye has worked on feature films like "Stand By Me," "Ghost," "Father of the Bride 2," and "Clear and Present Danger" to name a few. After decades in the business, Faye was able to break in …

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Filmmaker & Entrepreneur Matt Osterman On His New Feature Film "Bitcon" 40:47

2y ago40:47

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In this episode I am joined by filmmaker and entrepreneur Matt Osterman, known for his feature films "Ghost From The Machine", "400 Days", "Hover", and now "Bitcon." "Bitcon" tells the story of a missing hard drive with hundreds of thousands of dollars in cryptocurrency, and the issue of trust in the modern era. Throughout the interview, Matt gener…

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Building An Audience Of 11 Million+ With Filmmaker & Yoga With Adriene CEO Chris Sharpe 52:41

2y ago52:41

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In this episode, I am thrilled to be joined by filmmaker Chris Sharpe - who you may know as the co-founder of the wildly popular Yoga With Adriene YouTube Channel. Over the past decade Chris has grown the YWA channel to an incredible 11 million+ subscribers, and today it dominates the Yoga category on YouTube. As a big fan of the channel and a huge…

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Senior Producer James P Axiotis On Producing For NBC, Disney, JPA Productions & More 1:06:11

2y ago1:06:11

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Joining me today is producer, founder and CEO of JPA Productions - James P Axiotis. James started his career at NBC and quickly became one of the network’s youngest producers while still in his early 20s. Since, he has worked for Disney, as producer on Clint Eastwood's Bridges of Madison County, and countless other Hollywood shows and films. James …

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Designing Final Cut Pro, Making Indie Films, And Publishing Books With Mike Wohl 52:10

2y ago52:10

52:10

In this episode I am honored to be joined by Mike Wohl - an award-winning filmmaker who has written, directed, and edited multiple independent films and shorts. Mike is also the author of many nonfiction books on the art and craft of filmmaking, and was one of the original designers of Apple’s Emmy-award winning software Final Cut Pro. Throughout o…

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Director & Author Paige Feldman On Filmmaking, Creativity, and Finding Your Path 52:42

2y ago52:42

52:42

This episode was originally recorded as a private stream in my Backlot filmmaking community. Our guest speaker for this live session is Paige Feldman - a writer and filmmaker with a decade of experience working in independent film and TV sales, financing, and production. Her projects have won Emmys, been shortlisted for Oscars, and premiered at fes…

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Filmmaker & Professor Marty Lang On The Future Of Independent Filmmaking 45:13

2y ago45:13

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Today, I’m thrilled to be joined by filmmaker and assistant film professor (at the University of Memphis), Marty Lang. Some of Marty’s project highlights as a director, producer, actor and show runner include projects like The Ride (Sundance, 2022), Being Michael Madsen, Out of My Hand (2016 Indie Spirit Nominee), and his feature films Rising Star …

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How Film Students With An $8K Production Budget Produced A Compelling Feature Film 51:11

2y ago51:11

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In this episode, I’m joined by writer/director Spencer Whiteout, producer Andrew Baer, and editor Alex Vollman - the filmmakers behind Space Waves, a feature film. This inspiring filmmaking team produced their first feature film while still in film school, beginning with a budget of just $8K. Over three years they faced massive obstacles, but ultim…

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Producing & Directing A $35K Sci-Fi Feature Film With Filmmaker Zachary Gross 44:49

2y ago44:49

44:49

In this episode I am joined by filmmaker Zachary Gross to talk about his new sci-fi feature film "Harmony", which was produced for just $35,000. Throughout the interview, Zachary shares his 7 year journey with this project, from idea to final cut and distribution. We discuss tactics for maintaining high quality visuals on a budget, why Zachary shot…

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Editing The Tribeca Feature Film “The Drop” With Daniel Garber 47:15

2y ago47:15

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In this episode I am joined by Daniel Garber - editor of the feature film "The Drop", which premiered this year at the Tribeca Film Festival. Daniel’s creative and technical workflow on "The Drop" was really unique, as the film was shot with no formal script and was largely improvised. Throughout the discussion, we talk about this at length - as Da…

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Turning A $12,000 Budget Into A Viral Feature Film Hit With Genre Filmmaker Tory Jones 49:15

2y ago49:15

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Today I am joined by micro-budget filmmaker Tory Jones. He is known for his slate of genre feature films including the "The Wicked One", which developed a cult-like following after being released online and going viral. Throughout the episode we talk about Tory’s experience making The Wicked One for just $12,000, and how the film achieved viral suc…

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Building Your Online Brand With Full Time Filmmaker Whit Ingram 35:29

2y ago35:29

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In this episode I am joined by Whit Ingram. You may know her as “wittyfilmgirl” from her popular Instagram account, where she shares a behind the scenes look at her creative process as a filmmaker. Over the years, Whit has built up an impressive social media following that has led to paid work, creative opportunities, and the ability to spearhead h…

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Shooting & Editing A Feature Film For Hulu With Filmmaker Bryan Mason 41:45

2y ago41:45

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In this episode I am joined by the multi-talented Bryan Mason, here to talk all about his creative approach, career path, and latest feature film (now on Hulu): "Good Luck To You, Leo Grande" Bryan is an accomplished cinematographer and editor, often working in both capacities on the same film. Throughout the interview, we talk about Bryan's abilit…

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No-Budget Cinematography: Camera Choice, Lighting Techniques, Production Workflow & More 28:07

2y ago28:07

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In today’s solo episode I share a practical breakdown for capturing amazing raw footage on a “no-budget” production. Even if you are working as a one person crew without traditional resources, it's possible to achieve strong production value - this episode explains how to get there. Throughout the show, I unpack everything from choosing the right c…

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Directing Award Winning Experimental Feature Films With Slamdance Filmmaker Matthew Wade 1:03:08

2y ago1:03:08

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In this episode I am joined by acclaimed director Matthew Wade, a four time Slamdance filmmaker known for his feature films "How The Sky Will Melt" and "A Black Rift Begins To Yawn." Matthew's films are incredibly original both in how they are stylized and produced. We discuss his process at length throughout the interview, along with - shooting a …

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DP’ing For Adidas, Grey Goose & More With Cinematographer Liam Higgins 56:55

2+ y ago56:55

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In this episode I am joined by acclaimed DP Liam Higgins for an in-depth discussion on cinematography, commercial filmmaking, and creativity. Liam has shot many commercial projects for Adidas, Grey Goose, SteamWhistle, and countless other brands, all while writing and producing his own narrative productions. Throughout the interview, we discuss Lia…

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Directing an Award-Winning Watergate Feature With Filmmaker & Slamdance Co-Founder Dan Mirvish 1:14:46

2+ y ago1:14:46

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This week I'm honored to have filmmaker and Slamdance co-founder Dan Mirvish return to the show to talk all about his brand new feature film - 18 1/2. 18 1/2 is a Watergate thriller/comedy that stars Willa Fitzgerald, John Magaro, Vondie Curtis Hall, Catherine Curtin, Richard Kind, Sullivan Jones, Alanna Saunders, Claire Saunders and the voices of …

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Re-Inventing The Micro Budget Filmmaking Model: A Conversation With Sujewa Ekanayake 51:39

2+ y ago51:39

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In this episode, I am joined by Brooklyn based micro-budget filmmaker Sujewa Ekanayake, for a discussion that re-imagines the way we approach making indie films. I first connected with Sujewa over Twitter, after discovering he and I share a similar filmmaking philosophy that prioritizes creative expression above budget. Throughout the conversation,…

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How To Grow An Audience Of 700,000 Filmmakers With The Founders Of Film Up 1:06:38

2+ y ago1:06:38

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Joining me today are the founders of Film Up - Aryeh Hoppenstein and Christina Chironna. After meeting in college, Aryeh and Christina partnered to create a business that would fuse their love of filmmaking with their passion for business. The result was FilmUp.co, a powerful resource that automates the film production process, from crewing to payr…

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How To Raise $300K+ For Your Indie Feature Using Crowd Equity 1:02:45

2+ y ago1:02:45

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In this episode I am joined by three amazing guests for a roundtable style discussion about crowd-equity fundraising for indie films. Our guests are: lawyer-turned film investor Michael Rekola, executive producer and actor Desiree Staples, and Ryan Pierce from WeFunder’s growth team. This in depth discussion covers tactics for raising funds through…

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SXSW Director Joële Walinga On Crafting Her Experimental Documentary Feature "Self Portrait" 52:26

2+ y ago52:26

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In this episode I am joined by Joële Walinga, director of the SXSW 2022 documentary feature "Self Portrait". This is a brilliant experimental feature comprised entirely of footage collected from surveillance cameras, and produced with a highly unique creative process. Throughout the interview, Joële gives us a behind the scenes look into her four-y…

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