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The BraveMaker Podcast288: Micro-budget Filmmaking with Noam KrollBraveMaker Podcast -- Micro-Budget Filmmaking with special guest Noam Kroll!Noam Kroll is a Los Angeles-based narrative filmmaker and creative entrepreneur best known for his incredibly DIY approach to the craft. His micro-budget features Shadows on the Road, Psychosynthesis, and Disappearing Boy have earned acclaim at international festivals, and he’s not stopping there.As the founder of Creative Rebellion, Noam has led projects for major brands like Google, NBC/Universal, and Warner Bros Technology. He also educates and inspires fellow filmmakers through his blog, podcast Show, Don’t Tell, and newsletter Micro-Budget Weekly.Currently in post-production on his four...2025-07-2246 min
Making Movies is HARD!!!: The Struggles of Indie FilmmakingNoam Kroll - BONUS Throwback Interview!On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 123 from October 2017 with filmmaker, podcaster and all around indie film guru, Noam Kroll. I thought Noam was a good match for James because they both focus on filmmaking (in one form or another) to pay the bills and I can see James sitting where Noam is with three features under his belt in a few years. After that we play another round of You’re the expert, enjoy!
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Behind the Slate30. An Indie Education with Noam KrollAaron is joined by filmmaker, podcaster, blogger and all around Indie Film expert, Noam Kroll. Since 2012, Noam has created one of the greatest free resources available to filmmakers, www.noamkroll.com. Through reviews, tutorials, and first hand narratives, Noam provides everything you need to become a self taught filmmaker. Additionally he runs a podcast, 'Show Don't Tell' dedicated to micro-budget filmmaking, where he speaks to filmmakers from all over the world about their work and process. Finally, he is an acclaimed and daring filmmaker, shooting his recent film, 'Disappearing Boy' as a one-man crew.Noam's Blog...2023-07-071h 34
No Set Path: Creative Entrepreneurship Growth StoriesShedding Labels and Ego | Noam Kroll - Filmmaker & Creative EntrepreneurNoam Kroll is a Los Angeles-based narrative filmmaker, known for his incredibly DIY approach to the craft.Over the past decade, Noam has written, directed, shot, and edited several acclaimed short and feature projects that have screened at international film festivals, including his micro-budget features "Shadows on the Road" and "Psychosynthesis."In addition to his narrative work, Noam is a creative entrepreneur and the founder of the production company Creative Rebellion, which has produced content for renowned brands like Google, NBC / Universal, and more.Committed to sharing his expertise, Noam reaches millions of...2023-06-141h 18
The Spencer Whiteout PodcastEp. 20 - Noam KrollIn this episode I’m joined by special guest Noam Kroll.
Some highlights of the episode include:
-Early years
-First camera
-Supportive family
-Pursuing passion
-Favorite movies // favorite directors
-Moving to LA
-How to pick the right cast / crew
-Writing inspiration
-NK's first two features: Shadows on the Road & Psychosynthesis
-NK's next two features: Disappearing Boy & Teacher's Pet
-No crew // No excuses
-Maximizing efficiency long term
-Advice for a...2023-06-0951 min
Axel Axe PodcastA.I. for Indie Filmmakers | Noam Kroll & Axel AxeFilmmaker and host Axel Axe talks with Noam Kroll about the use of A.I. in independent filmmaking.
Watch my film: https://youtu.be/MAmyUUQi9v4
Noam shares his expertise on how A.I. can be used to streamline the post-production process and bring a new level of efficiency and creativity to the filmmaking industry. They discuss how A.I. can assist filmmakers in various areas such as color grading, sound design, and visual effects.
Noam also shares his insights on how to use A.I. to make your films stand out in a crowded market. They dive into...2023-05-161h 11
The Asad Badruddin PodcastMicro-Budget FIlmmaking with Noam KrollOften when we think about filmmaking, or other large creative projects, they seem inaccessible to us because of the large costs and logistics involved. My guest on this episode challenges this notion. Noam Kroll is an LA based filmmaker, director, cinematographer, colorist and host of the podcast Show Don’t Tell. In this episode we cover:
How to get lucky by making many smaller micro-budget films versus one big budget film
How Noam is making his most recent film for under 2022-11-1140 min
The FilmUp Podcast#008 - Noam Kroll, Filmmaker for Google, NBC, Banana Republic, and moreNoam Kroll is an award winning narrative filmmaker, creative entrepreneur and founder of the filmmaking podcast (Show, Don’t Tell). Between his podcast and personal filmmaking blog (noamkroll.com), he has had millions of visitors tune in for his opinions and guests around the filmmaking world.His production company, Creative Rebellion, has produced content for brands like Google, Banana Republic, NBC / Universal, among many others. He is also the founder of CINECOLOR, a high end resource for professional grade post-production tools. And he is in production for his third feature film, which is set to premiere this fa...2022-05-2456 min
Filmmakers In Advertising#008 How To Balance Your Commercial & Filmmaking Careers with Noam KrollBrought to you by CRY www.filmcry.com (The nicest filmmaker you may ever meet) - Noam Kroll is a champion for filmmakers and up-and-comers who seek knowledge. I’ve been listening to his podcast SHOW DON’T TELL for years, I think it’s one of the best filmmaking podcasts out there, and I was thrilled when he agreed to join us and talk to us about his experiences with filmmaking and advertising. If you want to hear about (1) how to balance your filmmaking career with your commercial producti...2021-05-031h 13
Femme Regard PodcastKeep the Connection Coming with Noam KrollHosts Tessa Markle and Carolina Alvarez of Femme Regard Productions welcome guest Noam Kroll!
We chat with filmmaker Noam about all of his projects, from his blog at NoamKroll.com to his Podcast "Show Don't Tell" to his newly created community, The Backlot. He points out the importance of just going for it and making the thing, no matter what.
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Femme Regard PodcastKeep the Connection Coming with Noam KrollHosts Tessa Markle and Carolina Alvarez of Femme Regard Productions welcome guest Noam Kroll!
We chat with filmmaker Noam about all of his projects, from his blog at NoamKroll.com to his Podcast "Show Don't Tell" to his newly created community, The Backlot. He points out the importance of just going for it and making the thing, no matter what.
Website: http://www.noamkroll.com
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Twitter: @noamkroll
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Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingFrom Law And Politics To Indie Filmmaking With Michael Rekola, Founder Of The Capitol Hill Film FestivalMany would-be filmmakers dream of leaving their day jobs to make films, but few ever take the leap. Today’s guest is certainly an exception to the rule.Michael Rekola spent years working as a lawyer in the political world, and even served as the Communications Director for the U.S. House Of Representatives in 2014-2015, before leaving it behind to pursue a career independent film.Throughout our chat, Michael outlines exactly what it took to jump ship and make such a drastic career change, while sharing invaluable insights for others who may be looking to do...2021-01-091h 12
Film and FamilyEp. 21- First Features with Noam Kroll: Part 1Send us a textOur interview with Noam Kroll: Feature filmmaker, business owner, and father. We discuss pursuing your dream of becoming a filmmaker, taking the next step in each film, appreciating the good and bad in your films, learning how to plan, dealing with curve balls, and more. Subscribe to Noam Kroll's email list at: http://noamkroll.comFor more information about Film and Family, check out: www.invisiblemansion.comCheck Out Our Most Recent Film Free "Make Your Feature Film" Checklist2020-12-2233 minFilm and FamilyEp. 22 - First Features with Noam Kroll: Part 2Send us a textPart two of our interview with Noam Kroll: Feature filmmaker, business owner, and father. We discuss pursuing your dream of becoming a filmmaker, taking the next step in each film, appreciating the good and bad in your films, learning how to plan, dealing with curve balls, and more. Subscribe to Noam Kroll's email list at: http://noamkroll.comFor more information about Film and Family, check out: www.invisiblemansion.comCheck Out Our Most Recent Film Free "Make Your Feature Film" Checklist2020-12-2242 minShow Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingLanding Financing, Booking Name Talent, And Directing a Debut Feature Film With Director Noam TomaschoffOn this episode, I am joined by Noam Tomaschoff (yes, another Noam!), to talk about his upcoming debut feature film Tankhouse. While many filmmaker's first features are bootstrapped on a micro-budget using DIY tactics, Noam was able to defy the odds on Tankhouse by raising a large enough budget for a 30 - 40 person crew, and strong ensemble cast featuring known actors like Christopher Lloyd and Richard Kind.Throughout the interview, Noam walks us through each critical step of his process - from fundraising to post-production and beyond. He also generously shares some tough lessons he learned on set i...2020-11-241h 26
Low-Budget Rebels: An Indie Filmmaking Conversation with Josh StifterSeason 3 Episode 5: Filmmaker Noam KrollAfter a week off, I think I've come back with one of the most knowledgeable guests yet. Noam Kroll is known for many things. A jack of all trades in every regard, Noam has not only made multiple feature films and shorts, he's created a reputation as making some of the best LUTs for cameras and editing, film grain packages, the wonderful "Show Don't Tell" podcast, and much more. He's become one of those people in the film community that we all are constantly looking to for inspiration and new ideas. As you'll find out, I'm also extremely...2020-10-261h 11
Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingNavigating Post-Production, Festivals & Distribution With Hannah Black & Megan Petersen of “Drought”Last year I had the fortune of interviewing Hannah Black & Megan Petersen all about their feature film Drought for Episode 64 of the podcast. As a refresher, this is the creative duo whose debut feature was crowdfunded on Seed & Spark before landing a $50K investment from the Duplass Bros, the film’s Executive Producers.While our first interview was centered around the origin story of this feature film, this time around we talk all about the project’s “second act.” We go into detail on the creative finishing work that went into this movie, the unique challenges of navigating film fes...2020-08-201h 00Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingGetting Your Short Film Programmed At SXSW & Landing Distribution With Rebecca Kahn & Abishek PrasadMy guests this week are co-directors Rebecca Kahn and Abishek Prasad, whose short film Who Among Us was programmed at SXSW 2020 and gained distribution through DUST.Over the course of our chat, we cover a lot of ground - talking all about what it takes to get a short programmed at SXSW, tips for financing and producing your next short, how to navigate feedback and post-production, and so much more. We also talk about distribution options for short films, tactics for filmmakers looking to increase their creative output while balancing other work, and other critical advice for filmmakers...2020-08-141h 09Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingHow To Work With Talent On An Indie Set: An Interview With "Psychosynthesis" Lead Actress Stephanie PearsonToday I am very excited to share my interview with Stephanie Pearson, who is not only the star of my feature film Psychosynthesis, but an incredibly talented producer in her own right. Stephanie has spent years on both sides of the camera, and joins us today to share her words of wisdom on all things filmmaking. Using our recent feature film collaboration as a launching off point, we discuss the unique dynamics of an indie film set, what the challenges are from an actor's perspective, the importance of clear directorial communication, and so much more. We a...2020-07-311h 08Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingWriting & Directing The $10,000 Feature Film “Mr. Misfortune” With Filmmaker Rick CaplanOn this episode I am joined by writer/director Rick Caplan who recently completed and released his feature film Mr. Misfortune. This micro-budget production was shot for under $10,000 in just 10 shooting days, and was brought to life in a truly unique way. As Rick outlines over the course of our chat, he had to wear a lot of hats on this production to make it a reality. Not only did he write and direct the project, but also shot the film and handled all the post-production himself - including music composition and color correction. Throughout the d...2020-07-3058 minShow Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingProducing 3 Feature Films For Under $250K With Filmmaker Josh FolanJoining me this week on the show is filmmaker turned author Josh Folan. Over the course of his career, Josh has not only produced 3 micro-budget features (each of which have a budget under $250K), but most recently wrote a book about his endeavors called: Still Filmmaking The Hard Way. Over the course of our discussion, Josh outlines how any filmmaker can make their passion project a reality, without any upfront financial backing from traditional production companies or studios. He also shares a ton of practical advice about sales and distribution, providing invaluable lessons for filmmakers seeking to...2020-07-211h 03Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingFrom Concept To Production To Distribution: How I Pulled Off My Micro-Budget Feature Film PSYCHOSYNTHESISTo celebrate the release of my feature film PSYCHOSYNTHESIS on Amazon Prime, today I am sharing a behind the scenes look at our entire process on this micro-budget indie. The film itself was made for only $25,000 in just 9 shooting days, which resulted in a highly unconventional workflow both on set and in the editing room.Throughout the episode I outline every practical step that we took to bring this film to life - starting in the very early days of concept development, all the way through to casting, prep, production, and of course post-production, distribution and beyond. While...2020-07-1752 minShow Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingEditing Rocky, Edward Scissorhands, Beaches & Other Iconic Films With Richard & Colleen HalseyThis week, I'm honored to be joined by my guests Richard and Colleen Halsey - a prolific husband and wife editing duo who are collectively responsible for editing countless iconic feature films over the years. Their credits include movies like Edward Scissorhands, Beaches, So I Married An Axe Murderer, Sister Act and Rocky - the latter of which Richard won an Oscar for.Throughout our discussion we chat about each of these films in some detail, outlining the unique creative process behind them. Richard and Colleen also generously share their perspective on how the industry has changed from...2020-07-0953 minShow Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingUsing Content To Grow A Filmmaking Brand With Tessa Markle & Carolina Alvarez of Femme RegardThis week on the show, I'm excited to be joined by Tessa Markle and Carolina Alvarez - known for their awesome podcast: Femme Regard. I was fortunate enough to be a guest on their show last year and had a blast, and this time around they're joining me on Show, Don't Tell to discuss all things indie film.I really wanted to hear about Tessa and Carolina's experience building an online brand. This is a path that is becoming increasingly critical for filmmakers to explore in order to have autonomy over their work and careers. Over the course...2020-06-251h 14Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingJoshua Caldwell On Directing INFAMOUS, Starring Bella Thorne & Jake ManleyReturning to the show this week is Joshua Caldwell, here to talk all about his latest feature film INFAMOUS, which stars Bella Thorne and Jake Manley. The story follows a reckless woman and her new boyfriend as they become social media sensations when she streams their cross-country robberies online.Throughout our interview, Joshua outlines the A to Z of his journey with this feature, contrasting it to some of his earlier micro-budget productions. We talk all about the casting process, production, post, and distribution at length, gaining insight on how Joshua made the transition from his smaller scale...2020-06-121h 55Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingHow Director Josh David Jordan Found Breakthrough Success With His $36K Indie FeatureJoining me this week on the show is director Josh David Jordan, here to talk all about his debut feature film This World Won’t Break. This unique DIY feature was shot on and off over the course of a year, before securing 14 festival screenings and 13 awards, including best narrative feature at the Dallas International Film Festival.Over the course of our chat, Josh walks us through the specific process that went into making this film a reality, and the unconventional production strategies that were utilized throughout. We talk at length about his development process, his ability to we...2020-05-281h 20Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingMaking A Micro-Budget Action Thriller And Landing Distribution With Writer/Director Marcus MizelleI’m very excited to be joined once again on the show by writer/director Marcus Mizelle, whose upcoming feature film Chameleon is about to be released everywhere on VOD, Cable and DVD (May 19, 2020).With a production budget of just $6800, Marcus was able to create an incredibly dynamic feature that breaks many of the rules of micro-budget filmmaking, while finding success at festivals and landing nationwide distribution. Throughout this episode, we walk through each step of the process and explore critical lessons learned along the way.Links from the show:Chameleon - Film Website2020-05-141h 05Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingEpisode 100: Live Q & A With Noam KrollTo celebrate the 100th episode of Show, Don’t Tell I held my first ever live Q & A session last week on YouTube. Today, I’m republishing it here for those who didn’t catch it live.Throughout this discussion I took questions on the business aspects of filmmaking - addressing many of the most pressing issues for filmmakers looking to build long term career sustainability. Topics covered include: Getting your movie produced, building a personal brand, DIY distribution options in 2020, the importance of owning your audience and much more.For more content like this visit www.noa...2020-05-141h 22Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingFinding Success With Science-Based Documentaries, Featuring Co-Directors David Alvarado and Jason SussbergMy guests this week - David Alvarado and Jason Sussberg - have an amazing track record of success with their feature length documentaries. From their debut feature The Immortalists which premiered at SXSW to their follow up feature Bill Nye: Science Guy to their latest project We Are As Gods, their films have been making a massive impact for years.Throughout our discussion, David and Jason speak to each one of these feature films in detail, outlining the specific steps they took to bring them to life. They also speak at length about why they've infused science into v...2020-04-3058 minShow Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingBuilding The Ultimate Streaming Platform With Daniel Kasman Of MUBIMUBI has quickly become one of the most popular streaming services for filmmakers and cinephiles alike, thanks to its incredibly unique collection of independent and arthouse films. Joining me this week to discuss the platform at length is Daniel Kasman, MUBI's Vice President of Content.Based out of MUBI’s New York office and one of the first to join the company over 12 years ago, Daniel spearheads MUBI’s global content acquisitions and programming. He also supports the U.S. team in developing partnerships with organizations such as Film at Lincoln Center, New York Film Festi...2020-04-1642 minShow Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingWinning The Grand Jury At SXSW With Documentary Filmmakers Katrine & Adam PhilpThis week, I am joined by the filmmakers behind the 2020 SXSW Grand Jury winning documentary An Elephant In The Room. This incredible feature length doc was directed by Katrine Philp and DP'd by her husband Adam Philp, both of whom were able to take part in the discussion.Throughout our chat, Katrine and Adam share invaluable insight into the making of their award winning film - from fundraising to execution to post-production and beyond. Topics covered include: Developing the project, working as a two-person team, technical/gear setup, the editorial process, winning the coveted award at SXSW and s...2020-04-1052 minShow Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingMaking Your Feature Film Debut At SXSW With Filmmaker Lynn ChenThis week I’m continuing my SXSW coverage with Lynn Chen, whose debut feature film I Will Make You Mine was set to premiere at the festival this year. Over the course of the interview, we take a deep dive into the process of making this film from front to back - outlining each step Lynn took to bring her vision to life and ultimately land a coveted premiere at South By South West. We talk all about her crowdfunding success, unconventional screenwriting process, creative approach on set, editorial timeline, festival strategy and so much more.Lin...2020-04-021h 03Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingSXSW Director Kevin Ford On His Latest Documentary Feature “The Pushback”I’m kicking off my SXSW interview series with Kevin Ford - a prolific documentary and narrative filmmaker whose latest feature film The Pushback was programmed at SXSW 2020.Kevin’s list of credits is incredibly impressive. His films have screened at major film festivals like Tribeca, Slamdance, Berlin, SXSW and even at the Nobel Peace Awards Ceremony in 2017. What’s even more impressive, is that Kevin has achieved all this success by bootstrapping his projects, and crafting them in a truly DIY fashion. Over the course of this interview we talk all about his latest film, previous works, his ta...2020-03-261h 11Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingStrategies & Business Opportunities For Filmmakers In The Wake Of COVID-19In practically no time, the coronavirus has forced the world to nearly grind to a halt, and filmmakers of all types are being affected in countless ways. Whether you work as a freelancer, an employee or you own a production company, this crisis is surely already taking a toll.But despite productions shutting down left and right among other turmoil, many new opportunities are arising that we could all benefit from. Throughout the episode I expand on these potential growth areas, using new changes in my own business model as a template for navigating this new terrain.2020-03-1916 minShow Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingThe Full Frame Cinema Camera Shootout With DP Evin GrantThis week, DP Evin Grant joins me on the show to discuss his cinema camera shootout - a comparison of 9 of the most prominent full frame digital cinema cameras on the market:Arri Alexa Mini LFCanon Eos C500mIIRed MonstroSigma FPSony FX9 (S-Cinetone)Sony FX9 (S-Log3)Sony VeniceRed GeminiRed HeliumOver the course of our discussion, Evin details his findings at length, touching on everything from autofocus capabilities to dynamic range, color science to...2020-03-061h 00Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingThe Micro Film Tournament With Marcus MizelleJoining me this week is fellow LA based filmmaker Marcus Mizelle, a true DIY auteur in his own right and the brains behind The Micro Film Tournament: "A 16 film, 4 round tournament dedicated to micro-budget filmmakers who’ve made the most with the least."Throughout the course of the episode, we discuss Marcus' unique career path, the benefits of working within the constraints of a micro-budget, film festival experiences, and of course his brand new tournament - which is currently open for submissions. Enjoy!Links from the show:Marcus' WebsiteMarcus on Instagram2020-02-141h 12Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingHow To Raise $500K For Your First Indie Feature With Cody StokesMany commercial directors want to make the leap to directing features films, but don’t know where to start. Our guest this week - Cody Stokes - successfully made that transition after raising just under $500K for his debut feature The Ghost Who Walks.Using the film as a case study, Cody walks us through every step in his process from building out the concept to fundraising to post-production and beyond. Cody’s story shows us that you don’t need industry connections or easy access to financing in order to make your movie a reality.Links...2020-01-311h 10Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingWinning Sundance, Pitching Spielberg & Rediscovering Indie Filmmaking With Director Carter SmithEvery filmmaker dreams of submitting their indie film to Sundance, winning the festival and landing a major directing gig. Our guest this week - Carter Smith - didn’t just dream of doing it, he pulled it off.After his short film Bugcrush (2006) won the Sundance film festival, he was given the opportunity to pitch on a major Hollywood feature called The Ruins. After getting the seal of approval from Steven Spielberg himself, Carter’s debut feature film was underway. Since then, he’s returned to his indie roots with the 2014 feature Jamie Marks is Dead, and most recent...2020-01-251h 26Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingA Technical & Creative Breakdown Of iPhone Cinematography With Richard LackeySmartphones have truly become a viable camera option for filmmakers on a budget. They provide more freedom, flexibility and anonymity than any traditional cinema camera, which gives them some major advantages… But in order to reap the rewards, you need to be able to work around some substantial technological limitations. Joining me this week to discuss all of this and more is filmmaker, colorist, and mobile cinematography expert Richard Lackey. We get in depth about the benefits and drawbacks of shooting on a phone, maximizing image quality by understanding your technical constraints, the future of iPhone filmmaking and so...2020-01-1749 minShow Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingCrafting DIY Documentaries With "A Fat Wreck" Director Shaun ColónThis week on the show, filmmaker Shaun Colón takes us on a deep dive into the world of documentary filmmaking. We chat at length about his debut documentary feature: A Fat Wreck - a 3 year long DIY project that found incredible success with film festivals and fans alike, even generating interest from the Sundance Institute. Building off of this success, Shaun moved into production on his second documentary feature (Age Of Audio), which features interviews with Kevin Smith, Ira Glass and other monumental voices in the podcasting space. Over the course of our discussion, Shaun out...2020-01-091h 08Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingRise Of The Filmtrepreneur With Alex Ferrari Of Indie Film HustleReturning to the show this week is Alex Ferrari of the Indie Film Hustle podcast. Alex has been educating filmmakers for years through a multitude of platforms, and has just written a new book that truly takes things to the next level: Rise of the Filmtrepreneur.The film industry has gone through a massive change over the past few years and most filmmakers are not prepared to make a living with their work in this new ecosystem. Alex's new book brilliantly outlines an approach and system that can serve as an antidote to this issue, arming filmmakers with...2019-12-121h 31Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingMaking & Distributing An Ambitious $250K Debut Feature With LA-Based Filmmaker Brad RaiderThis week, my guest is Brad Raider - a fellow LA based filmmaker who made his debut feature Kensho at the Bedfellow on a budget of $250,000.Over the course of our chat, Brad speaks at length about his fundraising process which uniquely leveraged his meditation community to bring his vision to life. We also talk about his challenging production process that spanned 30 locations and 29 shooting days. Other topics covered include: The importance of creating space for your creativity, distribution options for micro-budget features and much more.Links from the show:kenshofilm.comr...2019-10-311h 21
Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingHow To Raise Funds For Your Indie Feature With Making Movies Is Hard Co-Host Alrik BursellThis week, I’m joined by Alrik Bursell - co-host of the very popular Making Movies Is Hard Podcast. Alrik is currently in the midst of fundraising for his upcoming feature film - The Alternate - an ambitious sci-fi film he’s been developing for 5 years.Over the course of our interview, Alrik and I talk about the fundraising process at length. Topics covered include: Securing initial seed money, approaching investors, attending film markets, crowdfunding and much more. This is a must listen for anyone looking to raise money for their movie.Links from the show -2019-10-251h 03Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingPost-Production Sound For Indie Filmmakers With Woody Woodhall of Allied PostMost indie filmmakers are guilty of overlooking the importance of sound, but my guest this week - Woody Woodhall - is here to change that. Woody is an acclaimed post-audio engineer, owner of LAPPG and Allied Post, and has played an instrumental role in hundreds of television and film projects.Over the course of our discussion, Woody outlines the most pressing sound-related issues known to plague independent filmmakers, and shares insight on how to avoid them entirely. We also touch on a whole host of other topics including: career advice, tips for on set audio production, workflow considerations...2019-10-1050 minShow Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingMaking & Selling An Indie Feature Film For $2 Million With Freaks Director Zach LipovskyThis week my guest is Zach Lipovsky, the co-director of the theatrically released feature film Freaks, which stars Emile Hirsch and Bruce Dern. Zach and his partner Adam were able to successfully raise financing for their script, attach A-list actors, land a premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, and sell their movie for $2,000,000.Over the course of this episode, we walk through the A to Z of this process - from the beginning stages of raising private equity to production, film festivals, and theatrical distribution. Zach shares an incredible amount of tactical advice on the business side...2019-09-261h 08Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget Filmmaking8 Lessons On The Business Of Filmmaking From Joe Swanberg's SXSW KeynoteOne of the most prolific indie filmmakers in recent years is undoubtedly Joe Swanberg. He’s best known for his feature film Drinking Buddies, but has made dozens of other features - including a string of 7 that he produced and directed in just one year.Back in 2016 Joe delivered an amazing Keynote at SXSW that focuses on the business of making and selling truly independent feature films. In this week’s episode, I distilled my 8 biggest takeaways from his keynote and shared some of my own thoughts on each point. Topics covered include: Why working with no money can...2019-09-1926 minShow Don't Tell: Micro-Budget Filmmaking5 Crucial Pre-Production Lessons For Filmmakers Who Make & Sell Their Own ContentMore feature films are being made than ever before, and as a result the market is completely saturated with content. This has made it harder than ever for indie filmmakers to make a living with their work, or to turn any sort of profit... But with the right approach to the process - specifically during pre-production - you can lay the groundwork for a more sellable and marketable film, which will ultimately translate to financial success.In this episode, I address this challenge at length, sharing 5 of the most crucial pre-production considerations that all filmmakers should take into...2019-09-1221 minShow Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingJoshua Caldwell, Part 2: How a $6K Indie Film Led To Directing Gigs For Hulu & BeyondThis week, writer/director Joshua Caldwell returns with a follow up to his interview back on Episode 71. In 2014 Josh achieved breakout success with his $6000 micro-budget film Layover, which paved the way for a directing gig for Hulu, and several feature films - including his most recent film (Southland) with Bella Thorne.Over the course of our discussion, Josh picks up where we left off on part 1, outlining his career path after achieving success with his debut feature. We talk about his experience directing a fully budgeted series for Hulu, and how that project helped him form a new a...2019-09-051h 31Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingThe Fundamentals Of Making a Living As a Filmmaker In 2019Today I address one of the most common questions asked by filmmakers - How do you make a living in the film business in 2019?While it may not be easy, building a long-term sustainable career as a filmmaker is absolutely possible. Over the course of this episode, I outline some of the most crucial variables that play into the success of any filmmaker, and can serve as a foundation for any aspiring artist.Topics covered include: diversifying your efforts, the importance of specialization, creating multiple revenue streams, and developing your artistry. For more content l...2019-08-2930 minShow Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingBuilding A Massive YouTube & Social Media Audience With David Cogen Of The UnlockrThere’s no denying that building an audience is an essential part of success for working filmmakers today. Gaining a following through a blog, YouTube channel or social platform is arguably the most effective step filmmakers can take to make a living through their artwork.Speaking on the subject of audience building this week is none other than David Cogen. While he isn't a filmmaker in the traditional sense, David has been creating content for years under the company name The Unlockr. With a focus on mobile devices and other consumer tech, David has amassed well over 500,000 subscribers on...2019-08-221h 14
Femme Regard PodcastNoam Kroll: The Psychology Of FilmmakingTessa Markle and Carolina Alvarez chat about all things filmmaking while sipping tea.
In this episode, we interview filmmaker, blogger, podcaster, and founder of Creative Rebellion, Noam Kroll. Noam talks about how he got his start, found his path, and became successful.
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Femme Regard PodcastNoam Kroll: The Psychology Of FilmmakingTessa Markle and Carolina Alvarez chat about all things filmmaking while sipping tea.
In this episode, we interview filmmaker, blogger, podcaster, and founder of Creative Rebellion, Noam Kroll. Noam talks about how he got his start, found his path, and became successful.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/femme-regard-podcast/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-08-2026 minShow Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingEditing Iconic Movies & Television With Renowned Editor Lawrence JordanAfter a brief hiatus, Show Don’t Tell returns this week with our amazing guest Lawrence Jordan. If you’re a fan of movies, chances are you’ve seen some of Lawrence’s work. His career began as an assistant on iconic feature films like Back To The Future and Terms of Endearment, before editing countless features like Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigalo, Riding In Cards With Boys and 50 Shades of Black, just to name a few.Throughout this interview Lawrence shares key lessons he’s learned over the past few decades, working as an editor on Hollywood-level feature films and w...2019-08-151h 36Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingHow To Thrive As A Cinematographer In 2019 With Acclaimed DP Adriaan KirchnerThis week, I’m joined by Adriaan Kirchner - an incredibly accomplished LA-based cinematographer with a truly stunning body of work. Adriaan has shot projects for celebrities like Kanye West and Jamie Foxx, amazing narrative films like “The Lima” (which premiered at Tribeca film festival), and has worked with countless high profile brands on commercial and branded content.During our discussion, Adriaan shares his wealth of knowledge on the craft and business of working as a full time DP. We trace his entire career trajectory and explore key lessons learned along the way, including the importance of surrounding yourse...2019-06-1357 min