Unexpected Costs That Can Break Your Indie Film (and How to Fix Them)
Indie film budgeting nightmares? Discover how to survive unexpected costs and fix costly surprises on set. In this episode of the Indie Film Podcast, Chuck and Victoria share real stories of budget meltdowns on micro-budget film sets, from hidden production costs to unexpected emergencies. Learn how to avoid common budgeting mistakes, stretch a small budget, and keep your film on track when money runs out. Perfect for indie filmmakers facing the chaos of DIY filmmaking.This episode covers:The most common unexpected costs in indie filmmakingWhy every budget needs a contingency planReal-life examples of budget meltdowns on setTips for stretching a micro-budget without losing qualityHow to fix costly surprises before they kill your project_____________________________________Show Links:This week’s episode is sponsored by the From Beyond Film Festival, happening in Boise, ID on October 12th. Submit your film or learn more at: https://www.frombeyondfilmfest.com/The full length short, The Man Who Would Not Shake Hands, is available on YouTube for free at: The Man Who Would Not Shake Hands - The smoking visual effects begin at 08:09.
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Fundraising Failures: How Indie Filmmakers Survive Budget Collapses
When your indie film fundraising fails, what’s next? Chuck and Victoria share survival stories, budget-saving tips, and lessons every filmmaker can use when the money runs out. Perfect for student filmmakers, indie directors, and cinephiles who want the real story behind low-budget moviemaking.Check out The Man Who Would Not Shake Hands, free on YouTube: (https://youtu.be/8QPzwr5-txY)
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Balancing Roles in Indie Film: When You’re the Crew and the Cast
Balancing roles in indie film isn’t easy. From acting and producing at the same time to handling low-budget filmmaking struggles, special guest Zoë Kelly talks through what it means for indie filmmakers to wear too many hats. Hear real stories of juggling crew and cast duties, the gap between school and indie film reality, and how to keep storytelling alive while doing it all.
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Indie Filmmaking Overload: Wearing Every Hat from Script to Screen
Indie filmmaking overload is real, especially when you’re the writer and director. In this “Too Many Hats” episode, we dig into juggling every role from script to screen, surviving low-budget chaos, and keeping your creative vision intact without burning out.
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Too Many Hats, Not Enough Hours: Juggling Roles on an Indie Film Crew
Indie filmmaker Amanda Woods shares how to juggle multiple roles on set, from makeup to directing, without burning out. In this episode of Indie Film Podcast, we talk about the realities of small crews, the power of practical effects, DIY filmmaking hacks, and how she went from script to Cannes in just six months. Packed with tips, behind-the-scenes stories, and relatable “too many hats” moments for indie filmmakers everywhere.
Our Goal with Indie Film Podcast is to share all of the mistakes we’ve made in our film making journey, so you can avoid them! We are owners of over 75 rejection letters from film festivals. In spite of producing several well-received films, neither of us has managed to turn our passion into a career. Our continued efforts to follow the advice doled out by the gurus has given us a plethora of experience in nearly every filmmaking role, but also, a negative balance in our bank accounts. Follow us on our journey as we attempt to break into the national film scene, or just incur more debt.
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