BONUS EPISODE: On the the Corner of Ego and Desire gets into RAINDANCE!
Well, I finally have news for all of you IFH Tribe members who have been asking what the heck is going on with On the Corner of Ego and Desire. Our film has been accepted to the Raindance Film Festival in London, England. It will be the UK Premiere of Ego and Desire. Raindance is the largest and most prestigious film festival in all of the United Kingdom and we can't be more excited to be a part of it.I wanted to do this quick bonus episode for the IFH Tribe to show you all that dreams do come true. You can do it. You have to follow your dreams if not why are we here?This is the first stop of hopefully many for On the Corner of Ego and Desire. Congratulations to the entire cast and crew. More updates to come soon.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.
27 Aug 20184min
IFH 259: Lessons From the Screenplay with Michael Turner (CROSSOVER EVENT)
Today episode is a CROSSOVER between the IFH Podcast and the Bulletproof Screenplay Podcast. I do this every 6-8 weeks when I find a guest that would be great on both podcasts. On this episode, we have Michael Tucker from Lessons from the Screenplay. LFTS is a YouTube channel that analyzes movie scripts to examine exactly how and why they are so good at telling their stories.I’ve become a HUGE fan of what Micahel is doing and wanted to have him on the show to drop some knowledge bombs on both tribes!Enjoy my conversation with Michael Tucker from Lessons from the Screenplay.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.
16 Aug 201846min
IFH 258: Making Money with Documentaries & Sriracha with Griffin Hammond
Today on the show we have an OG in the online filmmaking education space, Griffin Hammond. I've followed Griffin for years and was so excited to sit down and talk shop with him. Griffin Hammond is a documentary filmmaker in New York City, known for producing DIY filmmaking tutorials for indie filmmakers, and his award-winning documentary Sriracha. We discuss how he made over $90,000 with a documentary short film.In 2014, Griffin moved from Bloomington, Illinois to New York City to cover the U.S. presidential election for the Bloomberg Television/MSNBC show With All Due Respect.The University of Southern California and the U.S. State Department named Griffin a Film Envoy for the 2017 American Film Showcase—a cultural diplomacy program that sends independent filmmakers around the world to teach.Previously, he worked for YouTube Next Lab, as executive producer of the YouTube channel Indy Mogul, and started his career as a video producer and social media strategist at State Farm Insurance.Griffin Hammond studied film at New York University, earned a Masters in Communication from Illinois State University, taught video production at Millikin University, and produced an online course—Shooting Documentary Short Films.Enjoy my conversation with Griffin Hammond.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.
6 Aug 201856min
IFH 257: Complete Guide to Understanding Film and Production Equipment Insurance
Understanding the minefield that film production and production equipment insurance is a challenge. I wanted to bring on the show Kathrine Wong and Aylene Villarin from Athos Insurance to left the vail on all things filmmaking insurance. Now I know what you are saying...a podcast about insurance, snore! but to be honest it's a fun episode with tons of knowledge bombs.Enjoy my conversation with Kathrine Wong and Aylene Villarin from Athos Insurance.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.
30 Juli 201848min
IFH 256: Desiderata: Blueprint for Being a Successful Filmmaker, Screenwriter and Person
We have a special show this week. I've always have loved the poem Desiderata and thought it would be of value to the IFH Tribe. I hope reading or listening to Desiderata brought a bit of light and hope to you on your filmmaking or screenwriting journey. Keep that dream alive and I'll speak to you next week!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.
26 Juli 20185min
IFH 255: Behind the Curtain of Blackmagic Design with President Dan May
If you are an avid listener of this podcast you know how much I LOVE Blackmagic Design products. From giving away Davinci Resolve for free to releasing a 4K Pocket Camera with RAW, Blackmagic is truly in the corner of every filmmaker. Their motto is..."Power to the people!"I always wanted to know how and why they make such amazing products for filmmakers at such ridiculously affordable prices. Today's guest, Dan May - President of Blackmagic Design, would be the man to ask. I go deep into the weeds on how the company works, why they make their products so accessible to so many people and why they care so much about the little guy.Just to clarify, no I was not paid for this interview at all. I really wanted to get into the mind of one of my favorite camera and post-production companies. We also talk a little bit about gear.Enjoy this rare look behind the curtain at Blackmagic Design with President Dan May.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.
24 Juli 20181h 4min
IFH 254: What Does a First Assistant Director Really Do? with Brandon Riley
What does a First Assistant Director actually do on set? Do you need one? The short answer is YES! I've directed with no First Assistant Directors, with bad 1st Assistant Directors, and with world-class First ADs and trust me I rather work with the latter. Today's guest is First Assistant Director, Brandon Riley. Brandon started out in the entertainment industry working as an Assistant Director and later joined the DGA. With a vast knowledge of how a set operates and functions, Brandon has since gone on to produce, line produce and UPM features and TV projects. Brandon is a natural born leader who aims to lead every show in a calm assertive manner. He prides himself in aiming to create an environment where both cast and crew are treated well and have an enjoyable experience on set. Brandon is one who continually tries to bring the best out in others and always pushes for excellence in every area. He has a passion for problem-solving and is an invaluable team player.Enjoy my conversation with Brandon Riley.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.
17 Juli 201848min
IFH 253: No Film School Needed - Direct & Sell Six Features in Two Years with Elizabeth Blake-Thomas
I have an inspirational treat for you today. On the show, we have writer/producer/director Elizabeth Blake-Thomas. She has recently financed, written, directed and sold six feature films in the past two years, with no professional film school training. Elizabeth has been involved in the creative industries for over 30 years. Studying drama from a young age led her to run theatre schools, train other students and companies and work in various creative industries, culminating in where she is now, a director and writer.When I heard her story I had to hunt her down and find out how she did it. BTW, she's not stopping, Elizabeth is currently in prep for three more feature films. Talk about hustle. She is the definition of the phrase "INDIE FILM HUSTLE." Enjoy my conversation with Elizabeth Blake-Thomas.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.
10 Juli 201841min
