Before you embark on the long and arduous yet thrilling journey that is writing a screenplay, you should make sure you have a solid story idea. Who are my characters? Are they complex and multi-dimensional? Does there exist enough conflict and stakes to drive the story along? These are some […]
You’ve finished crafting the perfect script, and you’re more than ready to begin production. However, you quickly realize your production will require funding and a ton of manpower to complete. This is where pitching comes in. Oftentimes, pitching will come between you and all the funding and resources you’ll need […]
Are you a filmmaker itching to get their film into production? Perhaps you’re interested in pitching your idea or screenplay to someone, but are unsure who that someone is. Here at The Film Fund, our goal is to help filmmakers like you who are looking to pitch their idea and […]
Below is a guest post from director/producer and actress Jamie Monahan. During a novel pandemic where we are constantly told what we can’t do, it can be difficult to feel inspired to do anything. That’s why I wanted to take a moment to share what you can do right now […]
One of the hardest parts of the pre-production process is the film budget. Funding is always hard, especially when making a movie because you have to ask for money before you’ve made anything. You’re asking people and places to finance on the promise of something great afterward. This is why […]
On a set, the director and the producers have some of the most important jobs. Often a production will have more than one producer because there are so many moving parts to producing a film. The producers are in charge of the business of film making while the director handles […]
“Do I need a film permit” may be high up on your list of questions. Well, if you want to make sure everything is done by the book and avoid headaches or liability down the line, the answer is a resounding yes. Getting film permits or location releases represents a […]
Reading time: 4.5 minutes At The Film Fund, we believe that conflict drives story forward. Without conflict in your script writing, there’s nothing “exciting” about a story. There’s no sense of stakes or consequences. You can obsess over screenwriting format all day, but if your movie pitch doesn’t involve conflict, […]
The film industry is ever-growing and has never been hotter than it is today. In fact, in 2020, the industry is expected to gross 50 billion dollars in the United States alone. That’s quite the increase from 2016’s 38 million dollars, to say the least! Because of its popularity, more people are […]
Besides our blog, there are tons of great books and websites every screenwriter should become familiar with ASAP. You’ll find some of the most essential ones listed below. These range from the most established of classic screenwriting literature to modern websites updated regularly with new content. It’s all right here. Check […]
Finding the right crew for your film is like finding the right employees for a business or the right crew to fly a plane. Without them, success is not possible. To find the best crew for your production you have to be smart, outgoing, and willing to negotiate. So here […]
Note: this post isn’t sponsored. Yet! 😉 Creating a budget is one of the most crucial pre-production steps. Have you ever seen a movie and thought “Wow, I can really tell they made this on a low budget?” Film budgeting is a big part of the filmmaking process. It’s just […]