How can a truly independent film find success at the large film festivals? How does one manage to get well-known actors to star in your film? The answer is simple, yet takes effort. You need to get in the mix!

In today’s episode, No Film School’s Charles Haine and GG Hawkins discuss:

The truth about getting an indie feature made
Golden elevator films versus free-range films
Big actors starring in small, independent films
Hustling your network and constantly building connections
Thinking strategically about certain relationships you have in the industry
Learning how to accept “no” and still maintain a professional relationship
Steps an emerging producer should follow to grow their career
Rolling Calls - what are they?

Memorable Quotes

“Everybody that gets into Sundance knows each other.” [4:27]
“There are a lot of people who want to appear to be a filmmaker.” [26:06]
“I hate to say it, but it depends upon how big your bank account is.”[27:20]
“Rolling calls is an art and a science.” [35:33]

Mentioned Resources:

Mynette Louie on Mastodon

Filmmaker Magazine article

Episode with Matt Smuckler

How to Get a World-Famous Actor in your Short Film

SKYWATCH (a Sci-Fi Short Film)

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