PODCAST: Shooting A 60 Minute Feature Film In One Day With Filmmaker Mark Mc Auley

In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Mark Mc Auley to discuss the creative process behind his…

Why “Day For Night” Is Critical For No-Budget Productions

If there is one filmmaking trick to have up your sleeve on a no-budget production, it’s the ability…

5 Coverage Methods For No-Budget Productions

No-budget productions hinge on the quality of your approach to coverage. Many filmmakers make the mistake of focusing…

The Best Focal Lengths For No-Budget Cinematography

I’m often asked “what are the optimal focal lengths for no-budget productions”? While there are no hard and…

The 33% Rule: Shooting Coverage On No-Budget

So much of your film’s perceived quality is rooted in shooting not only the best coverage possible, but…

The 3 “No’s” Of No-Budget Cinematography

On projects of all scale, lighting dictates not only the quality of your final image, but also the…

PODCAST: Sundance Winner Jim Cummings On Making Groundbreaking Films & Building A Successful Career

Today I am thrilled to be joined by the amazingly talented Jim Cummings, who you know as the…

Does Anyone Actually Watch Micro-Budget Films?

The most common pushback I get from aspiring filmmakers is that micro-budget movies don’t get seen. So there…

What I Learned From 200+ Interviews With Independent & Studio Filmmakers

Over the past 7 years, I have interviewed over 200 filmmakers for my podcast. Guests have ranged from…

The 3 Pitfalls Of Single Location Filmmaking

One of the cornerstones of independent, micro-budget productions is undeniably single-location filmmaking. It’s practically a rite of passage for…

PODCAST: The Pitfalls Of Single Location Feature Filmmaking: How To Keep Your Audience Engaged

In this episode, I dive deep into the world of single location filmmaking and share my thoughts making…

My Journey To Find The Perfect Aspect Ratio

If you’ve been following my blog for long enough, you probably know I am a little obsessed with…