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When I jumped into filmmaking, I went the feature route (though many people advised me NOT to do so and that I should just take my story, turn it into a trailer and try to 'sell' people on the trailer to raise more money). I knew I only had one chance at this so I jumped all in. Now I've got...

This is true. Some peoples dream is to make as much money as they can (regardless how they do it and if they're happy doing it). I know people who hate their jobs, but love the money they make. To me that doesn't make sense. My wife has been great, but we have had our difficulties. She...

Unfortunately this is true for most of us indie filmmakers. We did have investments of $25,000 but I did purchase the equipment on credit cards. Not the smart thing to do but it was the only thing to do (in order to make this film). I graduated with high honors with an BFA in Performance so...

Thanks All, We had a SAG Ultra-low budget contract (myself and 6 other actors are SAG; funny when you have to pay yourself...) and worked on about $116,000 (mostly self financed with a lot of help from credit cards...). More than half of that money was for equipment. I bought everything so I...

Hey Everyone, I recently posted the poster for my feature film (done in Photoshop). Here it is: For more info about the film (trailer, blog, etc.) check out www.drawingchalkpictures.com Thanks. Todd

I agree. I, too, am tired of the $60,000,000 'indie' film (check out the latest Di Nero, Pacino film). No offense to these guaranteed distributed films using the indie label but it has made it tough for those of us who really are doing indie films (no names, no budget, no connection). 2009...

Just give me a shout if it's something you'd like to do. Good luck with the project! Todd

Excellent! If for some reason you would like to talk with me (myself and my band partners are all over 40) and I keep saying that there is literally no chance for guys like us in a business that strives on youth. Funny thing is that if this film becomes 'popular' there could be a chance that...

Roam, Yes, using music for your project on Youtube.com is illegal if you do not have a sync license. It can be costly to obtain a license if you are using popular music. You have to obtain a license from the publisher as well as the performer if you are actually using a pre-recorded song. If...

Hello, I recently finished my first feature film and posted a trailer. The film is currently being submitted to film festivals and sales agents. A little info: This was a SAG Ultra-Low Budget agreement with a very small crew (usually just the DP, 1st AC, one grip/gaffer, and one sound...