In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Nick Psinakis to discuss his journey creating four feature films with creative partner Kevin Ignatius and how they’ve developed a sustainable model for indie filmmaking. Throughout our conversation, we explore their evolution from DIY beginnings to community-supported productions, with special emphasis on how they’ve maintained high production value on micro-budgets. Topics covered include:
- Their progression from a $65K genre film to their newest feature, “Valley View Motel“
- Building strong community support in small-town Pennsylvania as a production base
- Maximizing efficiency with minimal crew and strategic location planning
- Creative approaches to chronological shooting and managing weather variables
- Navigating the ever-changing sales and distribution landscape
- The delicate balance between artistic integrity and commercial viability
- Their post-production workflow and co-directing dynamic
This is Epidose 247: Making 4 Features & Building a Sustainable Indie Film Model With Nick Psinakis
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