Τα καλύτερα Indie Film podcast (2026)

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636. John Schlag “Panes Taking” 1:03:10

19h ago1:03:10

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A Marvelous Monday to all you Listeners! John Schlag brought his film “Panes Taking” to Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2025 and took home the Grand Jury Award for Best Short Film – Dance. Little did I know that this beautifully artistic piece brings together the diverse interests of a throughly creative and technically proficient person. John has a …

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Burnout Nearly Broke Us | Indie Film Podcast 32:16

5d ago32:16

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Burnout in indie filmmaking doesn’t always hit all at once. Sometimes it builds quietly, through overcommitment, creative exhaustion, and the pressure to always do more. And before you know it, the work you love stops being fun. In this episode of the Indie Film Podcast (S2E02), we talk honestly about burnout: sharing personal stories from post-pan…

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OBEX (2026), Magellan (2026), Polyester (1981) 5:43

6d ago5:43

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Send us a text Indie Film Weekly Episode 56: OBEX (2026), Magellan (2026), Polyester (1981) Glen Reynolds spotlights several new and engaging independent films playing in theaters, available for purchase or rental, or on a streaming platform. He also shares a classic movie from his favorites which you'll want to revisit or see for the first time. A…

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IFH 836: The New Rules of Indie Filmmaking No One Is Teaching with the Jalbert Brothers 1:02:50

7d ago1:02:50

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The Jalbert Brothers share how they built their filmmaking careers by embracing low budgets, consistent output, and hands-on learning. Rather than waiting for funding or studio approval, they focused on making films with minimal resources, sometimes for as little as $1,000. Each project became a practical lesson in storytelling, directing, editing,…

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Indie Film Sucks: Episode 87 24:21

7d ago24:21

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Chris and Brock talk about the tendency to always, rush to the next project, AI, Netflix buying WB, and some other random film-related crap.Από τον cmgrega

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TI S3 E18 | Five Goals Every Independent Filmmaker Should Set Before 2026 41:54

8d ago41:54

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As the year comes to a close, Garrett Batty and Daren Smith take a step back to reflect—and then look forward. In this episode of Truly Independent, they break down five practical, non-fluffy goals that independent filmmakers can set to stop spinning their wheels and start building momentum that compounds year after year. This isn’t about “making o…

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635. 4Qs with Derry Shillitto 28:29

2d ago28:29

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What are the 4Qs? (1) Three favorite films. (2) An underrated film. (3) An overrated film. (4) A lesser-known film people should seek out. UK based filmmaker Derry Shillitto wrote and directed the indie feature “The Correction Unit,” a sci-fi thriller that you can watch right now on most streaming services! (Visit https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie…

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634. Derry Shillitto “The Correction Unit” 1:02:13

1d ago1:02:13

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Welcome back, Listeners! I’m finally accepting the holidays are over and slowly crawling back to “the real world.” Luckily, my real world is largely talking about movies. UK based filmmaker Derry Shillitto wrote and directed the indie feature “The Correction Unit,” a sci-fi thriller that you can watch right now on most streaming services! (Visit ht…

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633. 4Qs with Kevin O’Brien 17:40

8d ago17:40

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What are the 4Qs? (1) Three favorite films. (2) An underrated film. (3) An overrated film. (4) A lesser-known film people should seek out. Filmmaker Kevin O’Brien brought his outstandingly creative short film “Hey HeLP-O! Let’s Go!” to both Sherman Oaks Film Festival and FIlm Invasion Los Angeles in 2025 and took home the Filmmakers Award for Outst…

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632. Kevin O’Brien “Hey HeLP-O! Let’s Go!” 58:14

6d ago58:14

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Happy New Year, Listeners! Filmmaker Kevin O’Brien brought his outstandingly creative short film “Hey HeLP-O! Let’s Go!” to Sherman Oaks Film Festival in December 2025 and took home the Filmmakers Award for Outstanding Originality, SciFi. But there’s more… in June the film was an Official Selection at FIlm Invasion Los Angeles. We were unable to sc…

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‘Become a Better Filmmaker’ Is a Terrible Goal (And What to Do Instead) 28:57

12d ago28:57

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"Become a better filmmaker” sounds like a great resolution, until it leads to burnout and unfinished projects. In this episode, we break down why vague filmmaking goals fail, how indie filmmakers accidentally sabotage themselves, and what to do instead to set realistic, sustainable goals you can actually finish. ____________________________________…

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631. 4Qs with Ryan McCoy 32:48

13d ago32:48

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What are the 4Qs? (1) Three favorite films. (2) An underrated film. (3) An overrated film. (4) A lesser-known film people should seek out. Ryan McCoy wrote and produced the feature film The Party that releases next year which happens to be in just a few days (January 2, 2026.) Sorry, had to go for the NYE joke. Ryan and I had a terrific chat (which…

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The Mother and the Bear (2026), The Dutchman (2025), Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976) 5:52

13d ago5:52

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Send us a text Indie Film Weekly Episode 55: The Mother and the Bear (2026), The Dutchman (2025), Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976) Glen Reynolds spotlights several new and engaging independent films playing in theaters, available for purchase or rental, or on a streaming platform. He also shares a classic movie from his favorites which you'll wan…

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IFH 835: What Really Happens After You Write the Script with Michael K. Snyder 1:04:52

14d ago1:04:52

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Michael K. Snyder shares a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to build a sustainable screenwriting career. From film school and early networking with Lloyd Kaufman to moving to Los Angeles with a plan, Michael’s journey highlights the importance of preparation, persistence, and relationship-building. Rather than chasing quick wins, he f…

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630. Ryan McCoy “The Party” 1:08:32

10d ago1:08:32

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Wow, our last Filmmaker Interview of 2025! Ryan McCoy wrote and produced the feature film The Party that releases later this week on January 2, 2026. Ryan reached out to us about appearing on the podcast and I did a wee bit of research, discovering that The Party had been submitted to Film Invasion Los Angeles (FI-LA) and, as a juror, I had given i…

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629. 4Qs with Liz Schneider & Mike Covello 34:41

18d ago34:41

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What are the 4Qs? (1) Three favorite films. (2) An underrated film. (3) An overrated film. (4) A lesser-known film people should seek out. Filmmaker Power Couple Elizabeth Schneider and Michael Covello brought the animated short film “Becoming an Oyster” to Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2025 and won the Programmer’s Prize for Exceptional Filmmaking.…

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S3 E17 | Begin With the End: Distribution, Funding, and Strategy Before You Shoot 35:30

19d ago35:30

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In this episode of Truly Independent, Garrett Batty and Darren Smith unpack a mindset shift that separates struggling indie films from profitable ones: starting with the end in mind. They dive into why distribution conversations should happen before production, how early funding decisions shape a film’s future, and where initial investment dollars …

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628. Liz Schneider & Mike Covello “Becoming an Oyster” 1:19:01

15d ago1:19:01

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Merry Xmas Eve to all who celebrate! Speaking of things to celebrate, the animated short film “Becoming an Oyster” was an official selection at Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2025 and from the first time I saw this remarkable work of art I was hooked. Made by the team of Elizabeth Schneider and Michael Covello, every detail of this film blows my mind…

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No Other Choice (2025), The Choral (2025), Conversations with Other Women (2005) 6:38

20d ago6:38

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Send us a text Indie Film Weekly Episode 54: No Other Choice (2025), The Choral (2025), Conversations with Other Women (2005) Glen Reynolds spotlights several new and engaging independent films playing in theaters, available for purchase or rental, or on a streaming platform. He also shares a classic movie from his favorites which you'll want to re…

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IFH 834: How to Build a Screenwriting Career That Actually Lasts with Bob Saenz 1:10:00

21d ago1:10:00

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Bob Saenz shares a rare, honest look at what it means to build a long-term career as both an actor and screenwriter. From his early days in theater and television to writing studio films and Hallmark movies, Bob’s journey emphasizes craft over shortcuts. He explains how his time acting on Nash Bridges became a hands-on education in filmmaking, shap…

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250 Films. One Epic Horror Weekend. | IFP Reviews: Chicago Horror Film Festival 8:17

21d ago8:17

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The Chicago Horror Film Festival packs 250 films into one epic weekend of indie horror, filmmaking energy, and nonstop screenings. In this episode, we break down what makes this IMDb-certified festival so special, from the massive programming slate and passionate horror community to the filmmaker lounge, networking, and a few unexpected tech hiccup…

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Indie Film Sucks: Episode 86, film reviews! 27:40

21d ago27:40

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Reviews of THE CHILDREN OF THE WOODS and PSYCHO APE!Από τον cmgrega

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627. 4Qs with Kai Brown 13:05

17d ago13:05

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What are the 4Qs? (1) Three favorite films. (2) An underrated film. (3) An overrated film. (4) A lesser-known film people should seek out. Kai Brown wrote and directed the wonderful animated short, “The Anatomy of Jane Doesn’t Exist,” that screened at Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2025 and took home the Filmmakers Award for Outstanding Writing in An…

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626. Kai Brown “The Anatomy of Jane Doesn’t Exist” 39:30

20d ago39:30

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Happy Friday, Everyone! Kai Brown wrote and directed the wonderful animated short, “The Anatomy of Jane Doesn’t Exist,” a film that screened at Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2025 and took home the Filmmakers Award for Outstanding Writing in Animation. Every aspect of the film is made with intelligence, both emotional and intellectual intelligence, a…

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625. 4Qs with Xander Copp

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What are the 4Qs? (1) Three favorite films. (2) An underrated film. (3) An overrated film. (4) A lesser-known film people should seek out. Xander Copp brought his short film “Carter” to Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2025 and took home the Filmmakers Award for Outstanding Short Film, Horror. If you listened to Monday’s episode, you can hear I’m obvio…

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Marty Supreme (2025), Resurrection (2025), Metropolitan (1990) 6:16

27d ago6:16

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Send us a text Indie Film Weekly Episode 53: Marty Supreme (2025), Resurrection (2025), Metropolitan (1990) Glen Reynolds spotlights several new and engaging independent films playing in theaters, available for purchase or rental, or on a streaming platform. He also shares a classic movie from his favorites which you'll want to revisit or see for t…

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IFH 833: Making Movies Without Sight: Inside the Creative Mind of Gough 59:39

28d ago59:39

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Gough, the world’s first legally blind filmmaker to write, produce, edit, direct, and star in a feature film, has built a groundbreaking career through his production company, Beer Nuts Productions. After years of rejection due to his disability, he took control of his creative destiny, launching his career with I Will Not Go Quietly, a documentary…

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A Packed, Electric Night for Indie Filmmakers | IFP Reviews: Portland Under the Stars 8:08

28d ago8:08

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The Portland Under the Stars Film Festival delivered one of the most packed, electric nights we’ve ever had as indie filmmakers. In this episode, we break down what made this first-year event stand out, from the standing-room-only screenings at McMenamins Mission Theater to the wildly engaged, arts-loving Portland crowd. We cover submission value, …

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Indie Film Sucks: Episode 85 1:05:17

28d ago1:05:17

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Interview with Ryan McCoy, writer/producer of the film THE PARTY, adapted from the novel PARTY by Tom Leveen. Good stuff!Από τον cmgrega

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S3 E16 | Momentum vs. Distraction: How To Choose Projects 39:52

28d ago39:52

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This week on Truly Independent, Garrett Batty and Daren Smith get real about one of the most important (and messy) parts of an independent film career: knowing when to say yes—and when to say no. Garrett shares how a surprise opportunity pulled him out of the country to Antigua for a location + logistics scout, and what it revealed about infrastruc…

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624. Xander Copp “Carter”

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Happy Monday, Listeners! Xander Copp brought his short film “Carter” to Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2025 and took home the Filmmakers Award for Outstanding Short Film, Horror. It was only through this podcast that I learned all that I wanted to know about this faithfully creative Lovecraft adaptation. The more I learned the more impressed I am wit…

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623. 4Qs with Brett Willis 45:58

27d ago45:58

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What are the 4Qs? (1) Three favorite films. (2) An underrated film. (3) An overrated film. (4) A lesser-known film people should seek out. Brett Willis wrote and directed the film “When The Clocks Stop” that came to Film Invasion Los Angeles in June 2025 and took home The Poppy for Best In Fest – Featurette! Brett and I had a truly fantastic talk. …

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622. Brett Willis “When the Clock Stops” 1:48:28

29d ago1:48:28

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Welcome Back, Everybody! Today’s podcast guest is Brett Willis, who wrote and directed the film “When The Clocks Stop” that came to Film Invasion Los Angeles in June 2025 and took home The Poppy for Best In Fest – Featurette! The Poppy is the custom trophy that we created for the 10th Anniversary of FI-LA and Brett was actually the first filmmaker …

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Atropia (2025), The Voice of Hind Rajab (2025), High Fidelity (2000) 6:06

1M ago6:06

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Send us a text Indie Film Weekly Episode 52: Atropia (2025), The Voice of Hind Rajab (2025), High Fidelity (2000) Glen Reynolds spotlights several new and engaging independent films playing in theaters, available for purchase or rental, or on a streaming platform. He also shares a classic movie from his favorites which you'll want to revisit or see…

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IFH 832: The Filmmaker Who Refused to Tap Out: The Making of Heel Kick! with Danny Mac 1:02:36

1M ago1:02:36

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Danny Mac, a self-taught filmmaker from Edmonton, turned his dream into a career through persistence, creativity, and sheer determination. After producing his first feature, Love/Hate, on weekends while working a day job, he managed to sell it to a Canadian broadcaster—an extraordinary feat for a debut filmmaker. The experience became his hands-on …

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A Festival for the Relentless & the Revolutionary | IFP Reviews: She/Her Fest 7:34

1M ago7:34

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In this episode, we review the first annual She/Her Fest in Seattle, a women-focused indie film festival celebrating bold voices, tiny budgets, and revolutionary storytelling. We break down everything from the festival’s strong communication and phenomenal theater tech to its intimate programming block, unique award categories, and the kind of film…

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Indie Film Sucks: Episode 84 1:28:30

1M ago1:28:30

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Interview with director Addison Binek, creator of the insane PSYCHO APE series of films!Από τον cmgrega

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621. 4Qs with Bob Lindenmayer 34:11

1M ago34:11

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What are the 4Qs? (1) Three favorite films. (2) An underrated film. (3) An overrated film. (4) A lesser-known film people should seek out. Bob Lindenmayer made the feature documentary, “Making Megaforce,” which had a SOLD OUT screening at Film Invasion Los Angeles 2025 and earned the trophy that we introduced for the Best In Fest award. The first d…

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620. Bob Lindenmayer “Making Megaforce” 1:47:50

1M ago1:47:50

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Happy Friday, Film Lovers! It’s an extra special day today because it’s the first night of programming for our 10TH YEAR of the SHERMAN OAKS FILM FESTIVAL! Hopefully you’re all listening to this podcast on the way to Look Cinemas to catch some of our incredible films. Something else amazing happened in 2025 and it is because Bob Lindenmayer made th…

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619. 4Qs with Anna Long 32:07

1M ago32:07

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What are the 4Qs? (1) Three favorite films. (2) An underrated film. (3) An overrated film. (4) A lesser-known film people should seek out. Dancer/Choreographer/Performer/director/writer Anna Long had two official selections at Film Invasion Los Angeles 2025; the short film “Death in The Desert” that took home the Filmmakers Award for Outstanding Wr…

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100 Nights of Hero (2025), Come Closer (2025), Living in Oblivion (1995) 6:17

1M ago6:17

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Send us a text Indie Film Weekly Episode 51: 100 Nights of Hero (2025), Come Closer (2025), Living in Oblivion (1995) Glen Reynolds spotlights several new and engaging independent films playing in theaters, available for purchase or rental, or on a streaming platform. He also shares a classic movie from his favorites which you'll want to revisit or…

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IFH 831: Making Independent Films Without Hollywood or a Huge Budget with David Ash 52:24

1M ago52:24

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On today’s episode, we meet David Ash, a filmmaker who perfectly embodies the spirit of the weekend warrior — balancing a demanding corporate career, a family of four, and a thriving passion for filmmaking. Living in the Twin Cities, Ash proves that a creative life doesn’t have to mean abandoning stability. With a degree in business administration …

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This Indie Body-Horror Got Under Our Skin | IFP Reviews: Wormtown (2025) 8:09

1M ago8:09

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Indie horror, body-horror, and practical FX collide in our review of Wormtown (2025). Victoria and Chuck break down the parasites, cult vibes, brutal gore, cinematography, and allegory packed into this ambitious microbudget horror film. We also talk about why Wormtown earns a BUY IT rating on our scale, what indie filmmakers can learn from its worl…

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Indie Film Sucks: Episode 83 41:28

1M ago41:28

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IFS Interview with the cast and crew of the film THE FALL OF BARSISA, from UK-based All-in Entertainment!Από τον cmgrega

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S3 E14 Final | 5 Ways to Turn One Indie Film into Multiple Revenue Streams 35:38

1M ago35:38

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This season of Truly Independent is supported by the Help Them See Foundation. Help Them See is a nonprofit dedicated to supporting feature films that inspire faith, hope, and connection. Learn how to get involved at helpthemseefoundation.org. Welcome to Season 3 of Truly Independent — I’m Garrett Batty, alongside my co-host Daren Smith. This seaso…

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618. Anna Long “Death in the Desert” & “The Experience” 1:21:10

1M ago1:21:10

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Anyone else not know how we’re already in December?! Dancer/Choreographer/Performer/director/writer Anna Long was developed by scientists in a lab to create a person who would literally engage my every artistic interest at once. That is almost not hyberbole! Anna had two official selections at Film Invasion Los Angeles 2025; the short film “Death i…

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617. 4Qs with Michael D. Cohen 18:17

2M ago18:17

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What are the 4Qs? (1) Three favorite films. (2) An underrated film. (3) An overrated film. (4) A lesser-known film people should seek out. Michael D. Cohen held his WORLD PREMIERE of his short comedy film “Roughing It” at Film Invasion Los Angeles in June, 2025 and took home the Filmmakers Award for Outstanding Writing, Comedy. When I’m forced to w…

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Micro-Budget Filmmaking Gear: The Tools We’re Most Thankful For 36:52

2M ago36:52

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Micro-budget filmmaking doesn’t mean working with junk gear. In this season finale, we break down the affordable filmmaking tools, budget gear, and DIY hacks we actually use on real indie film sets; from organization tricks and cheap equipment that punches above its weight, to the pricier tools that truly earn their keep. We’re talking binders and …

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S3 E13 | How to Work With Your DP (and Make Your Film Look Better) 43:18

2M ago43:18

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This season of Truly Independent is supported by the Help Them See Foundation – a nonprofit dedicated to supporting feature films that inspire faith, hope, and connection. Learn more at helpthemseefoundation.org. In this episode, Garrett Batty and Darren Smith talk with cinematographer Jeremy Prusso (*The Saratov Approach, Aliens Abducted My Parent…

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616. Michael D. Cohen “Roughing It” 1:06:33

2M ago1:06:33

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It’s the week of Gratitude and one thing I’m certainly thankful for is all of you curious listeners and our amazing guests. Speaking of amazing guests: Michael D. Cohen has enjoyed a wonderful career as a TV actor, but I got to meet him at Film Invasion Los Angeles in June, 2025 when we held the World Premiere of a short comedy film that Michael wr…

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