Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget Filmmaking
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Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget Filmmaking
Each week, filmmaker Noam Kroll shares valuable insight into the world of micro-budget filmmaking, geared towards true DIY filmmakers looking to get out there and create their own films.
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Luke Barnett On Going Viral With A $50 Short & Carving Out Success In Hollywood
In this episode I’m thrilled to be joined by Luke Barnett to discuss our viral short film OVATION, made for just $50 over a two-hour shoot. The film s...
DP’ing Jay Duplass' New Feature THE BALTIMORONS With Filmmaker Jon Bregel
In this episode I’m joined by filmmaker Jon Bregel, who recently DP'd the new Jay Duplass feature film The Baltimorons - which premiered at this year'...
Winning Kevin Smith’s Smodcastle with FOIBLES Writer / Director Ryan Oksenberg
In this episode I am joined by longtime friend and fellow filmmaker Ryan Oksenberg, here to break down the making of his debut feature FOIBLES - a dar...
Raising $400K, Casting Without Names, and Writing the Iron-Core Story with Mick Lexington
In this episode filmmaker and novelist Mick Lexington joins me to unpack the development phase for his debut feature Mr. Jack - an existential New Yor...
From Wu-Tang & Nicki Minaj Music Videos To A $40K Feature With Filmmaker Matthew Freiheit
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Matthew Freiheit, whose career has spanned work with major artists like Wu-Tang Clan, Red Hot Chili Peppers,...
Directing a Vertical Series For Candy Jar, Feature Films & More With Filmmaker Emily Elizabeth Thomas
Filmmaker Emily Elizabeth Thomas joins me this week to break down the making of her debut feature film Keily: Homecoming Dweeb, a YA romance that brid...
Shooting A No-Crew / No Permit Feature On Blackmagic With Filmmaker Dave Hill
In this episode, I’m joined by director and photographer Dave Hill to discuss the making of his second feature film — a visually dynamic, deeply perso...
Making A No Crew Feature Supported By David Lowery With Filmmaker Julian Sol Jordan
In this episode, I’m joined by filmmaker Julian Sol Jordan to talk about his self-made debut feature Real Life — an 82-minute hybrid narrative-documen...
DP'ing For Tyler Perry Studios, Jared Leto, Tom Delonge & More With Cinematographer Justyn Moro
In this episode, I am joined by DP Justyn Moro, whose cinematography career has included collaborations with artists like Jared Leto, Tom Delonge and...
From Viral YouTube Shorts To A Multi-Million Dollar Feature Debut With Felipe Vargas
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Felipe Vargas - whose viral horror short films helped him land his feature film debut Rosario.
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How To Make A $7K Feature Film With a Crew of 3: An Interview With Filmmaker Joe Burke
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Joe Burke to discuss his incredible journey making the feature film Burt for just $7,000. Executive produced...
Shooting An 8 Day Feature Film Using "Structured Improv" With Director Christopher Folkens
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Christopher Folkens to discuss his debut feature film The Catalyst - a psychological thriller that was produ...
Making A Linklater-Style Feature Film Over 2 Years With Filmmaker Clinton Cornwell
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Clinton Cornwell to discuss his feature film 12 Months, which he shot over the course of two years (and 60 s...
Making 4 Features & Building a Sustainable Indie Film Model With Nick Psinakis
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Nick Psinakis to discuss his journey creating four feature films with creative partner Kevin Ignatius and ho...
Using WeFunder To Finance A Debut Feature Film With Filmmaker Vivian Kerr
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Vivian Kerr to discuss her journey from acting to directing and how she successfully brought her first two f...
How To Shoot A 7 Day Feature Film With Filmmaker Ethan Hegel
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Ethan Hegel, who recently made his feature directorial debut with Purgatory Station after years of honing hi...
Building A New Production Model With Matt Cohen & Sean Thomas Flanagan
In this episode, I am joined by actor/director Matt Cohen (Supernatural, General Hospital, Entertainment Tonight) and producer Sean Flanagan to discus...
Cutting The A24 Sundance Feature OPUS & Finding Career Success With Editor Ernie Gilbert
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Ernie Gilbert to discuss his work on A24's upcoming horror-thriller-comedy OPUS, which recently premiered at...
Making A $10,000 Feature Film Documentary With Director Rob Smat
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Rob Smat who shares his experience transitioning from the $100,000 feature film The Last Whistle to a $10,00...
Stephania Dulowski on Editing BUNNYLOVR & Premiering At Sundance 2025
In this episode, I am joined by film editor Stephania Dulowski to discuss her work on the Sundance dramatic competition feature film Bunny Lover. We d...
Behind The Scenes With Samantha Scaffidi On The Terrifier Franchise, Her New Short Film & More!
In this episode, I am thrilled to be joined by actor and filmmaker Samantha Scaffidi, known for her role in the massively successful Terrifier franchi...
Misha Calvert & Raye Spielberg On Making Their Powerful Short Film PINK FLAGS
In this episode, I am joined by director Misha Calvert and actor Raye Spielberg to unpack their latest short film PINK FLAGS - a figure skating drama...
From Improv Comedy to Horror Movies: An Interview With Filmmaker Shannon E. Brown
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Shannon E. Brown, here to discuss her latest short film Overnights - inspired by her real life experience in...
Making 2 Features At Age 50 With Filmmaker Kim Noonan
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Kim Noonan, who made his feature directorial debut at age 50 with two horror films - proving you can take yo...
Making A $65K Feature Film & Landing Theatrical Distribution With Filmmaker Sripal Sama
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Sripal Sama, who turned his engineering background into an advantage when crafting his debut feature How's T...
Directing & DP'ing A No-Budget, No-Crew Monochrome Feature Film With Jean-Baptiste Herment
Today I am joined by film critic turned filmmaker Jean-Baptiste Herment, here to talk about his DIY feature film Épidermique.
Throughout...
A Formula For Making & Selling $100,000 Documentary Films
Today I am joined by acclaimed documentary filmmaker Roger Nygard, who you might know from films like Trekkies, Suckers, and The Truth About Marriage....
Shooting A 60 Minute Feature Film In One Day With Filmmaker Mark Mc Auley
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Mark Mc Auley to discuss the creative process behind his feature film aWake, which was shot in a single day!...
No-Budget Cinematography: 5 Essential Coverage Methods (Part 2)
This episode is part 2 in the no-budget cinematography series, where we explore methods and tactics for achieving strong visuals with limited means.
Sundance Winner Jim Cummings On Making Groundbreaking Films & Building A Successful Career
Today I am thrilled to be joined by the amazingly talented Jim Cummings, who you know as the Sundance winning writer / director / actor behind films l...
No-Budget Cinematography: How To Achieve Stunning Visuals (Part 1)
Today we take a deep dive into the world of no-budget cinematography, looking at methods and workflows for achieving better results within limited mea...
Surviving The World Of Freelance Filmmaking With Whitney Ingram
Today I am joined by returning guest Whitney Ingram to talk all about the world of freelance filmmaking.
After a stint working in-house a...
Beating Imposter Syndrome As a Filmmaker
In this episode, we explore the age old issue of imposter syndrome and look at ways to eliminate self-doubt as a filmmaker. From comparing yourself to...
Writing, Producing, And Starring In A Debut Micro-Budget Feature, With Filmmaker Jonathon M. Smith
In this episode, I am joined by writer, producer and actor Jonathon M. Smith - who originally connected with me through my filmmaking community (The B...
The Pitfalls Of Single Location Feature Filmmaking: How To Keep Your Audience Engaged
In this episode, I dive deep into the world of single location filmmaking and share my thoughts making the most of your micro-budget production.
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Running a Production Company, Landing Top Tier Clients, and Thriving In Commercial Filmmaking With Ryan McGuire
Today I am joined by Ryan McGuire, who heads up the commercial production company Cutter Studios in Tokyo, Japan.
Throughout the intervi...
Emmy Winner Marcus Mizelle On Podcasting For Filmmakers, The Role Of Curation In Cinema, And More!
In this episode I am joined by friend of the show and host of Past Present Feature (@pastpresentfeature), Marcus Mizelle. An Emmy award winning featur...
DP Oren Soffer On Shooting THE CREATOR, Finding Your Cinematic Voice, And Thriving In Hollywood
Today I am thrilled to have acclaimed DP Oren Soffer on to talk about his recent work on The Creator, and all other things cinematography.
Horror Icon Barbara Crampton On Making Killer Genre Films, Landing Amazing Actors & More!
In this episode I am very excited to share my interview with the amazing Barbara Crampton - Known for her iconic genre films like Re-Animator, Jakob’s...
The Experimental Cinematography Of POOR THINGS - Petzval Lenses, Mixed Formats, And More!
In this episode, I share a breakdown of some amazing and unconventional lens choices on the feature film Poor Things.
While many l...