Documentary First

Documentary First

Documentary First is your bi-weekly podcast exploring the craft of documentary filmmaking. Each episode features in-depth interviews with filmmakers, industry experts, and professionals, providing valuable tips and behind-the-scenes insights on how powerful documentaries are made. Whether you're a seasoned documentarian, an aspiring filmmaker, or just curious about documentary storytelling, you'll find expert advice, creative inspiration, and practical knowledge. Tune in and discover what it takes to create compelling documentaries that captivate audiences and leave a lasting impact.

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Episode 78 | Nicole Bernardi-Reis

Episode 78 | Nicole Bernardi-Reis

We begin with exciting film updates, acceptance speeches, & new team members! Then, we’re joined by Nicole Bernardi-Reis: a producer & director known for The Unborn (2009), The Shopping Detective (200...

4 Sep 202039min

Episode 77 | A Film's Posterity

Episode 77 | A Film's Posterity

In this episode, we’re talking about the long-term relationship with a film/filmmaker. David Patterson is back to talk us through what that’s like, and answer some of our questions. But, before we get...

28 Aug 202038min

Episode 76 | First-time Filmmaker Elise Jaffe

Episode 76 | First-time Filmmaker Elise Jaffe

Our film was accepted into two film festivals & we have another first-time filmmaker to interview! Elise Jaffe is making a feature documentary about using tattoos to reclaim your body after trauma or ...

21 Aug 202039min

Episode 75 | Winning Awards!

Episode 75 | Winning Awards!

Our own first-time filmmaker Christian Taylor and Lead Composer Jeff Kurtenacker won awards in film festivals! They fill us in on what it feels like to be selected, nominated, and finally win! Jeff te...

14 Aug 202055min

Episode 74 | Hello from France

Episode 74 | Hello from France

Today we’re joined by Flo and Jenny all the way from France! We learn how Flo is uniquely gifted to ask Veterans questions because of his genuine care, interest, and respect for them... and his tips ...

7 Aug 202057min

Episode 73 | Don't be a Sucker

Episode 73 | Don't be a Sucker

Today we get some updates about Film Festivals, talk distribution again, and a very specific film festival acceptance. COVID-19 feels like a huge opportunity to scam filmmakers out of money, time, and...

31 Jul 202043min

Episode 72 | Distribution

Episode 72 | Distribution

Today we’re talking about distribution, what is it, how does it happen, and how should you approach a distribution deal. We talk about what to look out for, why ‘Hollywood math’ doesn’t mean what you ...

24 Jul 202037min

Episode 71 | Why Back Out of a Festival?

Episode 71 | Why Back Out of a Festival?

David Paterson is back with us again. We’re stuck in a weird gray area with film festivals, some canceling, some extending, some going online, so what do we do? When and why do you pull out of film fe...

17 Jul 202021min

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