In this episode of the No Film School Podcast, GG Hawkins and Jason Hellerman tackle breaking news, unpacking President Trump’s proposed 100% tariff on foreign-made films and what it could mean for the future of Hollywood. Then, GG takes us to the heart of indie filmmaking with a vibrant live conversation from Cinema Columbus, where filmmakers Michael Polk, Sam Dunning, and Kelsey Lea Jones share war stories, festival lessons, and the power of regional cinema in a shifting industry.
In this episode, No Film School's GG Hawkins, Jason Hellerman, and guests discuss...
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The implications of Trump’s proposed 100% tariff on foreign film and TV productions
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How international tax incentives affect where Hollywood makes movies
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The economic and cultural risks of isolating American film audiences
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The live indie filmmaking experience from Cinema Columbus
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The production and festival journeys of “Canoe Dig It” and “Say As I Say”
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Creative strategies for self-distribution and building regional audiences
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How unexpected moments during indie shoots add authenticity and charm
Memorable Quotes:
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"You don't need to jail artists to silence them. You just make their work impossible to afford."
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"Let’s solve this problem with a real solution and not just with bluster."
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"If you can't give indie filmmakers money, the most valuable other thing you can do is to rate and review our movies."
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"We just don't want it to disappear… even if we don't make a dime."
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