Don’t Chase The Gatekeepers Of The Film Industry, Become One
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5 Film Movements That Should Inspire Every Micro-Budget Filmmaker
I love watching films as much as I love making them. There’s no better way to get inspired…
My Simple Workflow For Writing Feature Length Screenplays
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PODCAST: Demystifying The Writing Process With Acclaimed Screenwriter Bryan Hill
There is perhaps no greater asset for any filmmaker to possess than a mastery of the craft of…
The 5 Critical Elements Every Film Scene Hinges On
I’ve written a lot about story building and screenwriting on the blog, but today I want to focus…
Race To The Bottom: How To Stop Undercharging For Your Filmmaking Services
Every Sunday I send out an article to my newsletter subscribers, sharing advice and insight on the business…
126 Lessons on Independent Film Directing, Cinematography, Post-Production, Distribution, And More…
This week I decided to compile a list of some of the most important lessons I’ve learned about…
How I Wrote A 90 Page Feature Film Screenplay in 5 Days
Last week I did something I’ve never done before – completed a full feature length screenplay in exactly…
Werner Herzog Masterclass Review: The Perfect Course For DIY Filmmakers
Last year I took Aaron Sorkin’s Masterclass, which I absolutely loved and still reference to this day while…
PODCAST: The Art And Business Of Screenwriting With Craig Walendziak
It goes without saying that a great screenplay is the backbone of any successful film, but this sentiment…
The Most Crucial Filmmaking Lessons I Learned This Year + Every Film I watched in 2017
It’s been a few weeks since I last posted as I took some time off for the holidays,…
From Idea To Finished Film: Making a Micro-Budget Feature In 6 Months
Not long ago I released a podcast outlining my recommended 6 month schedule for taking a micro-budget feature…
