BPS 436: Lessons in Filmmaking, Failure, and Persistence with Greg Travis

BPS 436: Lessons in Filmmaking, Failure, and Persistence with Greg Travis

In this episode, veteran actor and director Greg Travis dives into his decades-long filmmaking journey, culminating in the release of his once-abandoned 1984 feature Dark Seduction. Shot on 16mm black-and-white film, the noir-vampire hybrid languished in post-production limbo for over 30 years before digital technology made its completion possible. Greg shares candid stories about the ups and downs of making the film—from lost investors to dusty negatives—and explains how delays actually gave him the chance to polish the project into something stronger than it would have been decades ago. Greg also reflects on lessons learned from working with top-tier directors like David Lynch and Paul Verhoeven, emphasizing the importance of tone, improvisation, and a solid story structure. As both an actor and filmmaker, he offers practical advice for new directors, including taking acting classes, planning with a three-act outline, and remaining open to spontaneous creative choices on set. His story is not just about finishing a movie—it’s about staying committed to your vision through every challenge the industry throws your way.


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BPS 012: How to Create a Bulletproof Character Arc with K.M. Weiland (CROSSOVER EVENT)

BPS 012: How to Create a Bulletproof Character Arc with K.M. Weiland (CROSSOVER EVENT)

Today we have a special crossover event between The Indie Film Hustle Podcast and The Bulletproof Screenplay podcast. Since I'm the host of both podcasts I thought it would be fun and educational to d...

16 Touko 201854min

BPS 011: Inside the Spec Script Market with Agent David Boxerbaum

BPS 011: Inside the Spec Script Market with Agent David Boxerbaum

We all have heard about screenwriter selling a spec script for seven figures (see Max Landis) but who are the power brokers who are helping that process along? Enter Verve Literary Agent David Boxerba...

8 Touko 201850min

BPS 010: How to Write a Screenplay That Sells with Michael Hauge

BPS 010: How to Write a Screenplay That Sells with Michael Hauge

You are in for a treat. This week's guest, MICHAEL HAUGE has been one of Hollywood’s top script consultants, story experts, and authors for more than 30 years.He coaches screenwriters, novelists, film...

2 Touko 201852min

BPS 009: How Marketable is Your Film Idea or Screenplay?

BPS 009: How Marketable is Your Film Idea or Screenplay?

So how marketable is your film idea or screenplay? I know so many screenwriters and filmmakers who spend months and sometimes years on an idea that is cool to just themselves. Depending on what you ar...

25 Huhti 201811min

BPS 008: How to Make a Good Script Great with Linda Seger

BPS 008: How to Make a Good Script Great with Linda Seger

How to Make a Good Script Great with Linda SegerLinda Seger is a legend when it comes to screenwriting coaching and script consultant. She's been coaching for over 30 years and pretty much invented th...

18 Huhti 20181h 6min

BPS 007: How to Create an Emotional Impact in Your Screenplay with Karl Iglesias

BPS 007: How to Create an Emotional Impact in Your Screenplay with Karl Iglesias

How to Create an Emotional Impact in Your Screenplay with Karl IglesiasThis week we were lucky enough to have as our guest best-selling author Karl Iglesias. He has written award-winning books includi...

11 Huhti 20181h 3min

BPS 006: How a Screenwriter Becomes a First Time Director with Kelly Fremon Craig

BPS 006: How a Screenwriter Becomes a First Time Director with Kelly Fremon Craig

How a Screenwriter Becomes a First Time Director with Kelly Fremon CraigI'm asked all the time"How does a screenwriter get the opportunity to direct one of their screenplays?"That is the question. In ...

4 Huhti 201846min

BPS 005: The Million Dollar Screenplay with August Rush Screenwriter Paul Castro

BPS 005: The Million Dollar Screenplay with August Rush Screenwriter Paul Castro

We've all read in Variety or The Hollywood Reporter of some no-name screenwriter selling his or her screenplay for a million bucks. Ever wonder how they did it? What structure did they use? What "tric...

27 Maalis 20181h 25min

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