One primary film funding tool is a film business plan. This document outlines the procedure for how you'll produce and sell your film. It's the … [Read more...] about The Minimalist Guide To Writing A Film Business Plan
Film Financing
Film financing and financing movies for independent filmmakers is one of the most challenging aspects of the movie making process. You can have the greatest screenplay, the most talented cast and stellar movie locations – but without movie money, you are just another would-be filmmaker with a dream and a passion. The film finance articles at Filmmaking Stuff provide tips on how to view independent filmmaking as a business.
How To Sell Your Movie Idea (Without Movie Studio Connections)
If you want to sell your movie idea, you're not alone. Living in Los Angeles, I meet creative people with blockbuster ideas all the time. The problem … [Read more...] about How To Sell Your Movie Idea (Without Movie Studio Connections)
How To Deal With Filmmaking Rejection (Like A Pro)
In our filmmaker mastermind, we talk a lot about how to overcome filmmaking rejection. It's easy at times to feel like a failed pitch is the end of … [Read more...] about How To Deal With Filmmaking Rejection (Like A Pro)
The Top 3 Mistakes Filmmakers Make When Pitching Film Projects
Pitching film projects, in itself, an art form. I have taught entire seminars on pitching and there is always room for improvement. The pitch may be … [Read more...] about The Top 3 Mistakes Filmmakers Make When Pitching Film Projects
Do You Hire An Independent Contractor Or Employee (For Your Film)
My name is Gordon Firemark. I'm an entertainment attorney based in Los Angeles. Over the past few months, I have had several conversations with … [Read more...] about Do You Hire An Independent Contractor Or Employee (For Your Film)
Why Prepping Your Film May Be the Most Essential Part of Film Funding
Prepping your film may be the most essential part of film funding. It's one of the first steps in creating leverage and if done correctly, it could … [Read more...] about Why Prepping Your Film May Be the Most Essential Part of Film Funding