This week, I am joined by the filmmakers behind the 2020 SXSW Grand Jury winning documentary An Elephant In The Room. This incredible feature length doc was directed by Katrine Philp and …
The article below originally appeared on my micro-budget weekly newsletter. For more content like this, be sure to sign up for the newsletter here. MAKE A MOVIE FROM HOME When COVID19 hit, filmmakers were struck …
I recently had my Arri SRII 16mm film camera modified and serviced, and was itching to shoot some footage with it. Rather than just capturing random test shots, I thought …
In practically no time, the coronavirus has forced the world to nearly grind to a halt, and filmmakers of all types are being affected in countless ways. Whether you work …
Until recently, I had planned to premiere my upcoming feature film Psychosynthesis this month in Los Angeles. Unfortunately due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the premiere will need to be delayed …
Niche marketing has become all the rage in the indie film/micro-budget community, and for good reason. It offers a viable path forward for true DIY artists and entrepreneurs aiming to …
Shooting scenes at night can be incredibly expensive due to additional lighting and logistical requirements, but the "Day For Night" technique offers an alternative solution. The idea is simple: Shoot all …
Most filmmakers are well versed on the iconic Super 16mm film format, but few have even heard of its younger cousin - Ultra 16mm. Both formats share a lot of …
Every filmmaker dreams of submitting their indie film to Sundance, winning the festival and landing a major directing gig. Our guest this week - Carter Smith - didn’t just dream …
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