IFH 844: How to Turn a YouTube Idea Into a Feature Film with Patrick Epino
Patrick Epino shares how a simple YouTube video about Hollywood tropes evolved into the crowdfunded feature film Awesome Asian Bad Guys. After building an audience through the National Film Society, P...
3 Mar 50min
IFH 843: How to Turn a Short Film Into a Film Career with Jennifer & Kevin Sluder
Jennifer and Kevin Sluder share their journey from North Carolina to Los Angeles and how they built Sunshine Boy Productions into a growing independent film company. Kevin’s early recognition as a scr...
24 Feb 55min
IFH 842: The Art of Networking in Hollywood – Real Strategies That Work with Erman Baradi & Brandon Waites
Erman Baradi and Brandon Waites share practical, real-world advice on how to network effectively in Hollywood without coming across as desperate or transactional. Drawing from their own journeys — fro...
17 Feb 1h 14min
IFH 841: What a Real Film Producer Actually Does with Marc Bienstock
Marc Bienstock shares an honest look at what producing really means, drawing from decades of experience on both independent and studio films. From his early days at NYU and directing features to becom...
10 Feb 46min
IFH 840: Finding Your Way into Film Without Film School with David Powers
David Powers shares his unconventional path into filmmaking, one driven by curiosity rather than credentials. From discovering cinema through genre films and festivals to learning production hands-on ...
3 Feb 2h 8min
IFH 839: The Rodriguez List: How to Make Movies with What You Already Have with Aaron Kaufman & Brian Levin
Aaron Kaufman and Brian Levin share an unfiltered look at how independent filmmakers can build real momentum by creating instead of waiting. Drawing from experiences ranging from YouTube comedy to stu...
27 Jan 54min
IFH 838: Finding a New Creative Path in Indie Film with Charmane Star
Charmane Star shares her unexpected journey from a small role in Black Dynamite to discovering a deep passion for independent filmmaking. What began as a routine booking evolved into a Sundance Film F...
20 Jan 52min
IFH 837: How Filmmakers Can Win in the Digital Marketing Age with David Feinman
David Feinman shares how cinematic storytelling can be used to build successful businesses and viral experiences. From creating Zombie Run—a nationwide immersive event inspired by zombie films—to foun...
13 Jan 55min
