You can have the next Citizen Kane or The Godfather under your belt, but if no one knows about you or your film, it will simply end up in a pile of trash. That’s the sad truth about this industry. However, that’s where film marketing comes in. Film marketing is […]
Short film ideas can be made for significantly less money than features, increasing their chances of being produced. One of the reasons The Film Fund offers funding contests for short films is that it is easier to help filmmakers get their film made than if they attempted to create a […]
Welcome to The Film Fund Podcast. In this week’s episode, we have The Film Fund Contest Winner, Daryl Paris Bright. We spoke to Daryl about her winning pitch, what she likes about The Film Fund, her experiences as a filmmaker, and more. Tune in for an in-depth discussion that provides […]
Every aspiring filmmaker and writer dreams of making it — whether it’s moving to LA, making million-dollar movie deals, meeting big industry names, winning major awards, etc. Oftentimes, what comes between the artist and their dream is a simple movie pitch. You never know when opportunity knocks on your door, […]
Welcome to The Film Fund Podcast. In this week’s episode, we have The Film Fund Judge, Brandon Harrison. We spoke to Brandon about his extensive filmmaking background, what he looks for in contest submissions, the voices of black filmmakers, and more. Tune in for an in-depth discussion that provides some […]
You’ve likely heard the famous saying: “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” Although many experienced filmmakers argue it’s more about what you know, it is no lie how important film networking is to aspiring and hopeful filmmakers looking to get their foot in the door. Filmmaking is […]
You’ve got a great idea for a movie but you’re not sure where to start with writing a script. This blog will walk through some of the ins and outs of the screenplay format, why it’s important, and how to write a screenplay. Screenwriting format serves as a great tool […]
Watch It Now! Welcome to The Film Fund Podcast. In this week’s episode, we have The Film Fund Judge, Eli Hess. We spoke to Eli about his unique judging perspective, what he looks for in contest submissions, and more. Tune in for an in-depth discussion that provides some great insights […]
You can have an award-winning script, high-end camera equipment, and all the resources in the world, but if you lack talented actors, none of it will matter. Casting is an essential component of any film and will take place during the pre-production process. Typically, film casting is handled by casting […]
As an aspiring filmmaker looking to take your work to the next level, you may be wondering how film distribution works. Whether it be to turn a profit or gain publicity for their work, filmmakers are always searching for an audience and a platform. Rarely do you hear of independent […]
A close-up you say? Shots taken in such detail are often unnerving for many people. From pores to pimples, this type of image is capable of revealing any so-called imperfections on someone’s skin. An important thing to note is that makeup and styling in film and TV is not just […]
Watch It Now! Welcome to The Film Fund Podcast. In this week’s episode, we have Auggy Kim from Expressway Cinema Rentals. Auggy talks about what Expressway Cinema Rentals does, their association and sponsorship with The Film Fund, and advice he has for other aspiring filmmakers. Tune in for an in-depth […]