How To Attract A Film Crew For Your No-Budget Project
Okay, you want to make a movie. You’ve got those creative juices flowing, and you need an outlet. You have a GREAT idea, …
Okay, you want to make a movie. You’ve got those creative juices flowing, and you need an outlet. You have a GREAT idea, …
Over the last 26 years, I have been asked countless times “How do I get started working in film and TV?” The answer …
If you’re like most screenwriters, the scenario you’re working towards, aside from on outright purchase of your spec script, is getting an option …
Television staff writers hold some of the most coveted (and highest paid) writing positions in Hollywood. And your first step toward ‘breaking in’ …
Depending on your level of skill, finding a film mentor could be similar a producing partner. If you have a mentor that’s going …
What if you could get distribution before your film is finished? While it’s no secret that this could stack the deck in your …
Everyone’s talking about personal branding these days, but not everyone understands what it does and why it’s important. As a filmmaker, you might be thinking to yourself, “do I really have to care about my brand?” In today’s Internet focused world, personal branding is…
The filmmaking 101 process can be complicated, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are five filmmaking tips!
As a filmmaker, independent film financing a major mystery. When I was starting out, I met with quite a few producers who refused to share their money secrets with me… I don’t know why they were so secretive. But it really annoyed me.
In this screenwriting article, motion picture executive Scott Kirkpatrick shares five tips to get your screenplay noticed.
Should you write a TV series instead of a feature film? With the increasing number of scripted series competing for our attention, especially …
This screenwriting interview provides the Hollywood executive’s guide to writing for the green light.
I know you’re tired. I know you are working a day job that drains all of your energy. But if you don’t finish your screenplay, make your short, or plan your feature this year, who will…
In some place in the back of your mind, when you reach for your credit card, you find yourself thinking: “I can afford this. Someday I’ll make my movie and sell it for a gazillion dollars. And then I’ll pay off my bills…”
In this filmmaking article, producer Jason Brubaker talks about the importance of screenwriting and having a good screenplay.
My first short indie film was a two-day shoot with a crew of maybe four. We had a budget of under a thousand …
No matter what happens, you are not in danger… That was the friendly warning at the bottom of my ticket to a performance …
Are you wondering how to pitch a screenplay? You’re not alone. The other day I got an email from a writer who had …
Most novice screenwriters think getting screwed over in Hollywood all boils down to story theft, but in truth, story theft rarely takes place. Instead, they overlook the very real screenwriting pitfalls that can cause unnecessary career setbacks.
Film Tax Incentives can be confusing. Going through the process involves adding lots of details about your film. The rules vary state to …
If you’re considering a dozen ideas for your next film project, there are plenty of reasons why you need to choose one and get started. After …
In this screenwriting article, screenwriter Anna Kemp explains why screenwriters should just stick with movie formula.
Wondering how to sell a short film? In this article, we outline two of the most popular ways for selling a short film. Read more . . .
In this film finance article, filmmaker Jason Brubaker shares tips about finding secret film investing club and getting investors to buy into your movie.
Thinking about making your first film? Producer Matthew Saxon candidly shares “How my movie fell apart in seven days (and what I did next)
There is a lot of talk about the difference between a “real movie” and a “back yard Indie.” In this article we explore modern, no-budget filmmaking.
If you want to write a good movie, you need to give your screenplay emotional intelligence. “Chasing the Monster Idea” is a book by …
I hate to admit it but the GoPro Hero 7 Black is a must-have for documentary filmmakers. I say this because I love …
When comes time to pitch your film idea, most industry pros agree you’ll need a killer script, a realistic budget, and a cast …
When I published my article on leveraging VOD sales to finance your movie, I had no idea that a simple internet marketing formula for filmmakers would be such a polarizing issue. I can’t tell you how many Los Angeles based movie producers responded negatively through email. One guy even told me my grammar sucked.