Indie Film Hustle® - A Filmmaking Podcast29 Okt 2024

IFH 774: Breaking Barriers in Filmmaking: The Resilient Journey of Sean Buckley

On today's episode, we welcome Sean Buckley, founder and CEO of Buck Productions. From humble beginnings to becoming a force in content creation, Sean’s journey is a testament to persistence, passion, and adaptability. Through his story, he paints a vivid picture of the challenges of building a media production company from scratch, especially in an ever-evolving industry where technology has transformed the very nature of content creation. "Work ethic," he says, "is the backbone of success in this industry.

"Sean recalls the early days in 1994, when making content meant overcoming logistical obstacles that today’s creators rarely face. Filmmaking then was a more arduous process, demanding significant manual effort, with analog, linear editing and physical deliveries of VHS tapes. In those days, getting a project off the ground involved cold calls and navigating skepticism. Sean emphasizes that those experiences, though difficult, were foundational. They shaped his resilience, a trait that he argues is crucial for creators even today.As the conversation delves deeper, Sean reflects on how the digital age has leveled the playing field. With tools now accessible to everyone, "the barriers to entry," he notes, "are almost gone." Anyone can shoot, edit, and publish content. But with the democratization of content creation, he warns, comes a saturation of voices. Success in this new landscape, he believes, demands not just access but talent and a relentless drive to stand out amid the noise.

For Sean, having a unique perspective and refined storytelling craft remains paramount in a world awash with content.Despite the industry’s rapid changes, Sean holds firm to his philosophy of diversity in storytelling. Buck Productions has a varied portfolio spanning feature films, unscripted shows, documentaries, and branded content. "Our business model is like a spectrum," he explains, "where creativity meets business acumen." This diversified approach has allowed Buck Productions to adapt to industry trends without being pigeonholed, and to prioritize meaningful projects. For Sean, content creation is both an art and a business, one that demands constant evolution and balance between vision and practicality.When asked about the influx of new content on platforms like YouTube and Netflix, Sean sees both opportunity and challenge. The vast amount of content now available has shifted the power dynamic from creators to audiences, who now decide when, where, and what they want to watch. "Today’s audience has a ferocious appetite," he observes, "and they’re the ones in control." This shift requires creators to think not only about what they make but also about how quickly they can adapt to audience demands.

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MOTIVATION: Stop Making Excuses, Make Your Film!

We all need a kick in the butt sometimes on our filmmaking or screenwriting journey. This show will do just that. Never stop chasing that filmmaking dream. Keep on hustling.Proud Member of the IFH Podcast Network (ifhpodcastnetwork.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.

20 Okt 20202min

IFH 411: Inside Action Film & TV Directing with the Legendary John Badham

Today on the show we welcome back returning champion the legendary director John Badham. If you didn't already know John has directed some of the most iconic films in history. From the decade-defining Saturday Night Fever to 80's hits like War Games, Short Circuit, & Stakeout to 90's action classics like Bird on a Wire, Point of No Return, Nick of Time, and Drop Zone.John's second edition of his second book continues with more stories from filmmakers and actors working in TV, movies, and streaming content.John Badham on Directing also includes sections detailing methods for working with action and suspense, hallmarks of Badham's Filmography, as well as a 12 step "Director's Checklist" for comprehensively analyzing any scene and how best to approach it with your actors.Sit down and get ready to take a TON of notes on this epic conversation with John Badham.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.

16 Okt 20201h 20min

MOTIVATION: What is Your Filmmaking Brand?

13 Okt 20202min

IFH 410: Why Most Independent Films Never Make Any Money

I've been thinking about doing this podcast for a long time. In the tradition of Why Filmmakers are Always So Damn Broke & What They Can Do to Change It this episode is going to be a cold bucket of water over your head if you are not ready for it. In the insane world we are all living in today, filmmakers need to break out of the mindset that we are living in the golden age of indie cinema.The rules have changed dramatically since the 90s and even more so in the last 8 months of the COVID pandemic. The rules aren't the only thing that has changed but the game has as well. The film distribution infrastructure is broken and has been broken for many decades. It is not set up to help filmmakers make money. It is purely designed to put more money into the pockets of film distributors.I have written extensively about this in my book Rise of the Filmtrepreneur: How to Turn Your Indie Film into a Moneymaking Business. I want to put together one of my hard truths episodes to help filmmakers better understand the indie film marketplace and how to best position themselves to actually make money.There is so much talk about new cameras, lenses, rigs, post-production software, and other more interesting aspects of the filmmaking process but when it comes to selling and making money with movies filmmakers rely on old information that is no longer relevant in the current marketplace. I hope this episode empowers you to not only make more movies but to also make money while doing it.Strap yourself in because for some of you it will be a rough episode to listen to. Be well, stay safe, and keep that hustle going.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.

9 Okt 20201h 13min

MOTIVATION: If Your Filmmaking Career is Going Nowhere

6 Okt 20203min

IFH 409: Misadventures in Independent Filmmaking & Distribution with Anderson Cowan

Today on the show we have filmmaker Anderson Cowen. Anderson and I met through a mutual friend in Los Angeles. When I first met Anderson he was a deer in the headlights when it came to selling an indie film into the marketplace. His film is called Groupers. It's about a grad student kidnaps two homophobic high-school bullies to use as her subjects in an experiment performed at the bottom of an empty swimming pool.Needless to say, Anderson went on an adventure getting this film into the marketplace. I wanted to share his journey with the tribe and I hope you grab some lessons of want to do and more importantly what NOT to do when making and selling a film.Enjoy my conversation with Anderson Cowen.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.

2 Okt 20201h 13min

MOTIVATION: What Are Filmmakers Afraid Of?

29 Sep 20202min

IFH 408: How to Attach a Bankable Movie Star to Your Indie Film with Steven Luke

Today on the show we have writer, producer, director, actor, and Filmtrepreneur Steven Luke. Steven and I discuss how he attaches bankable movie stars like Dolph Lundgren, Mickey Rourke, Chuck Liddell, James Cromwell, Sam Worthington, Tom Berenger, Ron Perlman, and Billy Zane to his independent films. We also discuss his misadventures in film distribution, how he presells his films and if he actually makes any money with film distributors.Steven also has a Filmtrepreneur mind when it comes to his film productions. He has found his niche, war films. Understanding his niche market he uses the films he produces to advertise his company Man the Line. It is the internet’s number one source at recreating war!Man the Line is a small South Dakota business offering original militaria and quality reproduction uniforms and headgear for collectors, reenactors, and film productions. By doing this Steven has created additional revenue streams for himself by using his films. This is the Filmtrepreneur way.Enjoy my conversation with Steven Luke.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.

25 Sep 20201h 33min

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