This filmmaking article is challenging to write. The reason for this is simple. It is tough to admit that a movie you made (that you once thought was brilliant) totally sucks. Cringing at the sight of your old work is a good sign. The emotion means that you're growing as an artist. But I don't … [Read more...] about What To Do When Your Filmmaking Sucks
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How To Survive The Movie Business
It’s easy to fall into a rut when you’re living inside it, never realizing that things are changing around you. If you’ve spent the last few years working in Hollywood, you've probably see some changes. While some things are the same, there’s plenty out there that is changing in a big way. To … [Read more...] about How To Survive The Movie Business
The Smart Filmmaker’s Guide To Independent Film Financing
If you're looking for independent film financing, take a number. Every filmmaker on earth wants an easy solution for finding the money. It's a BIG challenge. Even guys like Tom Malloy (who's raised over 25M to produce his own movies) would agree that there is no easy solution to independent film … [Read more...] about The Smart Filmmaker’s Guide To Independent Film Financing
The Secret To Filmmaking Success
If I could go back and talk to myself ten years ago... And if I could only share one filmmaking success tip, what would I say? In two words: Cold Calling. I know this may sound unrelated to filmmaking. But I can tell you that success is not created in a vacuum. It is created with the help and … [Read more...] about The Secret To Filmmaking Success
The Minimalist Guide to Internet Marketing For Filmmakers
If you want success in the film industry, one key area to study is internet marketing for filmmakers. This is because the DVD market is dead, replaced by smart television apps in an ever-growing digital marketplace. Direct to consumer marketing is the norm. You must treat your independent film … [Read more...] about The Minimalist Guide to Internet Marketing For Filmmakers
