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Oct 6, 2020 • 1h 3min

CROSSOVER: Making Money & Cracking the Amazon Code for Self Distribution with Ismael Gomez

Today on the show we have a filmmaker that was able to crack the Amazon code and actually make money self-distributing his low-budget film on the platform. His name is Ismael Gomez.Ismael Gomez is a Cuban-American filmmaker. In 2009, he received an Artist Fellowship grant to pursue his B.A in Film Production. After completing his studies, he began to work as lead editor on several motion pictures and commercials for theatrical and TV release. Some of his projects have screened at Cannes, Starz Denver, Tribeca, and Miami International film festivals.His film is Death of a Fool. A teenager and his dying grandfather conduct afterlife investigations in Miami when a mysterious man hires them to find the secret to immortality.Ismael was able to generate close to $75,000 in rentals and sales on Amazon using about $9000 in Facebook Ads. In this conversation, I dig in deep on how he did this, his techniques, and how he used the Filmtrepreneur Method to create additional revenue outside of TVOD.Enjoy my conversation with Ismael Gomez. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-academy-a-filmmaking-and-screenwriting-podcast--4497865/support.
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Sep 13, 2020 • 27min

SNEAK PEEK - Christopher Nolan: The Directors Series Podcast

Welcome to the SNEAK PEAK of THE DIRECTORS SERIES PODCAST, a show dedicated to appreciating and deconstructing the work of contemporary and classic film directors. In the show, we breakdown the careers of film directors like Christopher Nolan, Stanley Kubrick, Quentin Tarantino, David Fincher, The Coen Brothers, and Paul Thomas Anderson just to name a few. From their early works and short films to their blockbuster achievements and Oscar glory.In season one we will be deconstructing Christopher Nolan.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-academy-a-filmmaking-and-screenwriting-podcast--4497865/support.
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Jul 27, 2020 • 4min

Annoucing the IFH Podcast Network for Filmmakers

The IFH Podcast Network makes it easy for you to discover, connect, and engage with industry-leading filmmaking and screenwriting podcasts, all in one place. We curate the best podcasts that will help you on your filmmaking and screenwriting journey. You can listen to any of our shows on your favorite podcast platform. #IndieFilmUnitewww.ifhpodcastnetwork.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-academy-a-filmmaking-and-screenwriting-podcast--4497865/support.
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Jul 16, 2020 • 1h 18min

IFA 036: The Film Industry, It's A Disaster with Todd Berger

Screenwriter, Actor, Director...Todd Berger is a triple threat. Today we sit down and talk with Todd about his life and how it has led him to direct the film "It's A Disaster" starring David Cross, Julia Stiles, and America Ferrera.Here's more about Todd from the Wikipedia:Todd Berger (born April 5, 1979) is an American actor, screenwriter, and film director, most prominently known for writing, directing, and appearing in the films The Scenesters and It's a Disaster. Berger has also appeared as an actor in films such as Southland Tales and on the television show Parks and Recreation. Berger is a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin, where he worked for the student television station KVR-TV and wrote and directed the nationally syndicated comedy show Campus Loop.[1]Berger also wrote The Happytime Murders, an upcoming noir-comedy puppet film being directed by Brian Henson, and is currently writing a screenplay for a film adaptation of Where's Waldo.Proud Member of the IFH Podcast Network!For more great filmmaking and screenwriting podcasts:👉 http:///www.ifhpodcastnetwork.comAccess IFH Academy's Film Distribution: Confidential Course👉 http://www.indiefilmhustle.com/letmeinListen to more at Indie Film Hustle:👉 http://www.indiefilmhustle.comRead the Making of this film in Rise of the Filmtrepreneur: How to Turn Your Indie Film Into a Moneymaking Business👉 http://www.filmbizbook.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-academy-a-filmmaking-and-screenwriting-podcast--4497865/support.
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Jul 16, 2020 • 1h 18min

IFA 035: Becoming a Filthy Director in Hollywood with Jon S. Baird

Jon S. Baird is best known for his 2013 film Filth.[2] Baird has also directed for television, e.g., Vinyl (on HBO), season 1, episode 8, "E.A.B."Proud Member of the IFH Podcast Network!For more great filmmaking and screenwriting podcasts:👉 http:///www.ifhpodcastnetwork.comAccess IFH Academy's Film Distribution: Confidential Course👉 http://www.indiefilmhustle.com/letmeinListen to more at Indie Film Hustle:👉 http://www.indiefilmhustle.comRead the Making of this film in Rise of the Filmtrepreneur: How to Turn Your Indie Film Into a Moneymaking Business👉 http://www.filmbizbook.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-academy-a-filmmaking-and-screenwriting-podcast--4497865/support.
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Jul 16, 2020 • 1h 51min

IFA 034: What They Don't Tell Filmmakers about Making an Indie Film with Jeremy Gardener

In this episode I am talking with Jeremy Gardener and Christian Stella. Two of the creators behind the wildly popular zombie film "The Battery" and the upcoming "Tex Montana Will Survive". We discuss what it was like to make an indie film for 6k dollars, what happened after the film came out, and how their experiences have made them want to change the way they approach distribution by offering their latest film for free. To learn more about their crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter go to www.texmontana.comProud Member of the IFH Podcast Network!For more great filmmaking and screenwriting podcasts:👉 http:///www.ifhpodcastnetwork.comAccess IFH Academy's Film Distribution: Confidential Course👉 http://www.indiefilmhustle.com/letmeinListen to more at Indie Film Hustle:👉 http://www.indiefilmhustle.comRead the Making of this film in Rise of the Filmtrepreneur: How to Turn Your Indie Film Into a Moneymaking Business👉 http://www.filmbizbook.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-academy-a-filmmaking-and-screenwriting-podcast--4497865/support.
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Jul 16, 2020 • 1h 60min

IFA 033: From Short Film to Hollywood Blockbuster with Lights Out's David F. Sandberg

In 2013, David F. Sandberg made a little horror short film "Lights Out" for an online Horror Short competition. The film not only won, but became a viral sensation. Not too long after that, Sandberg started getting calls from Los Angeles from agents and managers.Fast forward to Sandberg sitting in an office with James Wan (The Conjuring, Saw) talking about making "Lights Out" into a feature. Proud Member of the IFH Podcast Network!For more great filmmaking and screenwriting podcasts:👉 http:///www.ifhpodcastnetwork.comAccess IFH Academy's Film Distribution: Confidential Course👉 http://www.indiefilmhustle.com/letmeinListen to more at Indie Film Hustle:👉 http://www.indiefilmhustle.comRead the Making of this film in Rise of the Filmtrepreneur: How to Turn Your Indie Film Into a Moneymaking Business👉 http://www.filmbizbook.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-academy-a-filmmaking-and-screenwriting-podcast--4497865/support.
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Jul 16, 2020 • 2h 9min

IFA 032: Making Money on Youtube with DSLR Guide's Simon Cade

Simon Cade is the founder or DSLRGuide, a popular blog, and YouTube Channel. To learn more about Simon you can visit his website at http://dslrguide.tv/ or check out all of the great videos on his YouTube Page.On this episode, we talk all about YouTube as well as how to start making short films. Proud Member of the IFH Podcast Network!For more great filmmaking and screenwriting podcasts:👉 http:///www.ifhpodcastnetwork.comAccess IFH Academy's Film Distribution: Confidential Course👉 http://www.indiefilmhustle.com/letmeinListen to more at Indie Film Hustle:👉 http://www.indiefilmhustle.comRead the Making of this film in Rise of the Filmtrepreneur: How to Turn Your Indie Film Into a Moneymaking Business👉 http://www.filmbizbook.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-academy-a-filmmaking-and-screenwriting-podcast--4497865/support.
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Jul 16, 2020 • 2h 29min

IFA 031: Screenwriting for Disney with Rob Edwards

Screenwriter Rob Edwards, known for his work on Disney hits like The Princess and the Frog and Treasure Planet, discusses his approach to story, character, and plot. He shares his journey to becoming a screenwriter for Disney, the struggle to convince executives of comedy's worth, and the process of writing comedy and rediscovering 'Treasure Planet'. He also explores creating an epic father and son story in outer space, finding inspiration in existing movies, crafting a meaningful narrative, the importance of planning and outlining, learning to write through music, the power of storytelling and Pixar movies, the collaborative process and the importance of story in Disney films, the role of research and bad guys, exploring addiction, Toy Story's antagonist, and the process of writing.
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Jul 16, 2020 • 1h 49min

IFA 030: Directing an Army of Frankensteins with Ryan Bellgardt

Ryan Bellgardt is a writer and director, known for Army of Frankensteins (2013), Adventures of Rufus: The Fantastic Pet (2020), The Jurassic Games (2018), and The Adventures of Jurassic Pet: Chapter 1 (2019).Proud Member of the IFH Podcast Network!For more great filmmaking and screenwriting podcasts:👉 http:///www.ifhpodcastnetwork.comAccess IFH Academy's Film Distribution: Confidential Course👉 http://www.indiefilmhustle.com/letmeinListen to more at Indie Film Hustle:👉 http://www.indiefilmhustle.comRead the Making of this film in Rise of the Filmtrepreneur: How to Turn Your Indie Film Into a Moneymaking Business👉 http://www.filmbizbook.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-academy-a-filmmaking-and-screenwriting-podcast--4497865/support.

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