Business of Film

Business of Film episodes:

• 04.16.2019

  BoF #86 – Forrest Films with Ali Afshar and Scott Kennedy

  Welcome back to the Business of Film podcast, episode #86. The two founders of the company are Forrest Lucas (owner of Lucas Oil, the naming rights to the Indianapolis Colts football stadium, the auto-sports cable network MAVTV and Lucas Oil...

  
• 01.16.2019

  MovieCoin with Christopher Woodrow

  Welcome back to the Business of Film podcast, episode #8. Christopher Woodrow, the Chairman and CEO of MovieCoin just us for an in-depth conversation on the next generation of film financing. MovieCoin is a next-generation financial technology company focused on leveraging...

  
• 12.24.2018

  BoF #84 – A $12 Billion Year? – with NATO’s Patrick Corcoran

  Welcome back to the Business of Film podcast, episode #84. Patrick Corcoran is the Vice President and Chief Communications Officer of the National Association of Theatre Owners. This has been an amazing year for film. The industry is approaching, for the...

  
• 07.03.2018

  BoF #83 – Matthew Helderman and BondIt Media Capital

  Welcome back to the Business of Film podcast, episode #83. Matthew Helderman is the founder and CEO of both Buffalo 8 and BondIt Media Capital. With a background rooted in media production, finance and digital technology he leads the team...

  
• 06.26.2018

  BoF #82 – Bob Bassett, Dean of Dodge College of Film and Media Arts

  Welcome back to the Business of Film podcast, episode #82. Bob Bassett is the Dean of Dodge College of Fine Arts at Chapman University. The Hollywood Reporter ranked Chapman’s film program #6 in the country. Lots of great stuff here. Connect...

  
• 04.24.2018

  Time Trap with Ben Foster and Mark Dennis

  Welcome back to the Business of Film podcast, episode #81. On this episode we talk with co-directors Ben Foster and Mark Dennis and do a case study of their mind-bending sci-fi film Time Trap. The film is about a group...

  
• 03.14.2017

  BoF #80 – 19 Questions Every Films Student Should Know

  Welcome back to Business of Film podcast, episode #80. Today I sit down with a film student in the Creative Industries program at Ryerson University who is specializing in the Business of Film. The interview was filmed and this episode...

  
• 02.14.2017

  BoF #79 – The Creative Industries with James Nadler

  Welcome back to Business of Film podcast, episode #79. On this episode we welcome James Nadler, a writer/producer and currently the Chair of Creative Industries at Ryerson University. Here’s a quick video from interview: Also, if you have any comments or questions,...

  
• 02.07.2017

  BoF #78 – All Our Wrong Todays with Elan Mastai

  Welcome back to Business of Film podcast, episode #78. Screenwriter and now novelist, Elan Mastai, is our guest. On this episode we talk about Elan’s first novel, All Our Wrong Todays, and how Paramount Pictures ended up optioned the film...

  
• 01.17.2017

  BoF #77 – Indie Filmmaking with Sean Cisterna

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #77. We welcome Sean Cisterna, independent director and producer to the show.  On this episode we learn what it takes to get started in the business and the secret to syndicated your film...

  
• 11.29.2016

  BoF #76 – Pasha Patriki

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #76. We welcome “film ninja”, Pasha Patriki, to the show.  Very excited about this. Here’s a quick video from interview: Also, if you have any comments or questions, just write’em below or find us on...

  
• 11.15.2016

  BoF#75 – Making Money in a World Where Digital Streaming Rules

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #75. We welcome Dan Landes & Peter Klass to the show to discuss their new whitepaper The Evolution of New Media: Making Money in a World Where Digital Streaming Rules. Dan and Peter work...

  
• 07.08.2015

  BoF #74 – Alive and Kicking with Scott Abramovitch

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #74. We welcome Scott Abramovitch to the show. Today we dive into Scott’s Kickstarter campaign and talk about what it was like moving to LA and how he got started a little over...

  
• 06.30.2015

  BoF #73 – Writing & Directing with Marc Meyers

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #73. This week our guest is Marc Meyers, director of How He Fell in Love starring Matt McGorry (“Orange in the New Black”) and Amy Hargreaves (“Michael Clayton”). How He Fell in Love is...

  
• 06.23.2015

  BoF #72 – The Gravity Lawsuit

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #72. On this episode we take an in-depth look at the Tess Gerritsen lawsuit. I’m solo-podding it today. I read this article in the Hollywood Reporter and I got, well, very frustrated. So, I...

  
• 06.16.2015

  BoF #71 – The Story Room

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #71. Today we’re talking all about story in THE STORY ROOM. Special guests are our very own Jeff Glickman, Alexis Grieve and Ira Wells. On this episode we will: – deconstruct the myths of story...

  
• 06.09.2015

  BoF #70 – Remote Location Shooting with Marc Swenker

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #70. This episode Marc Swenker takes us on location in Laos to the set of his latest feature and talks about what it takes to bring a show on the road to...

  
• 06.02.2015

  BoF #69 – Producing Your First Feature with Justin McConnell

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #69. This episode Justin McConnell jumps into what it takes to produce your first monetizeable feature film and taking the leap to go to Cannes for the first time. We cover a ton of...

  
• 05.26.2015

  BoF #68 – Fun Size Horror with Michael May

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #68. Michael May joins us to talk about Fun Size Horror. About Fun Size Horror a new website with original productions and user submitted content is going live wednesday the 27th! On this episde we...

  
• 05.19.2015

  BoF #67 – The Creative Live Film Channel

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #67. This week we are joined by Robert Milazzo from Creative Live Film Channel. This marks the start of our collaboration with Creative Live and we’re exciting to have Robert on the show to...

  
• 05.12.2015

  BoF #66 – Co-Production in South Africa – with Greig Buckle

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #66. This is a very special podcast for us here at Business of Film. This week we are on location in South Africa with Producer Greig Buckle and talk all about working in...

  
• 05.05.2015

  BoF #65 – Variety Insight & Vscore with Andrea Adams

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #65. This week we do a platform walk-through of Variety Insight & Variety Vscore. Both of these platforms are incredibly powerful. They differ from IMDB primarily in the fact that they are curated by...

  
• 04.28.2015

  BoF #64 – Showrunning with Naren Shankar

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #64. This episode features one of the best showrunners in the business, Naren Shankar (CSI, The Expanse). Naren started his career on Star Trek: TNG where he worked for 52 episodes. Since then, he...

  
• 04.21.2015

  BoF #63 – From Reservoir Dogs to Directing Adult Beginners with Ross Katz

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #63. Ross Katz takes us on an inspring journey from working his first job on Reservoir Dogs to directing Adult Beginners. Ross Katz started his career as a grip on Reservoir Dogs. He went...

  
• 04.14.2015

  BoF #62 – Negotiating Talent Contracts with Danny Webber

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 62. We chat with entertainment attorney Danny Webber on this episode and have an in-depth discussion about negotiating talent contracts. There’s a lot to cover. We waste no time getting into the many aspects...

  
• 04.07.2015

  BoF #61 – Jon Reiss on Marketing & Distribution for the Digital Age

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 61. We chat with author, consultant, and media strategist, Jon Reiss on this episode. This was a really fun conversation. Jon has some really outside of the box thinking for a digital age. He’s...

  
• 03.31.2015

  BoF #60 – Working with Funding Agencies with Dan Lyon (Telefilm)

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 60. On this episode we talk agency & government and what it takes to develop a strong relationship with these kinds of funding bodies. Dan Lyon, one of Telefilm Canada’s regional directors, takes...

  
• 03.24.2015

  Bof #59 – The Art of Producing with Jared Goldman

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 59. This week we’ve got producer Jared Goldman (“Adult Beginners”, “Kill Your Darlings”). Jared is a passionate filmmakers and attacts the job for all the right reasons. A tremendous background in the film...

  
• 03.17.2015

  BoF #58 – VP Business Affairs & Production Administration, Jeff Willis (Weinstein Company)

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 58. We welcome Jeff Willis, Vice President Business Affairs & Production at the Weinstein Company to the show. We dive into some pretty cool topics on this episode including film distribution, talent deals,...

  
• 03.10.2015

  BoF #57 – VFX Supervisor Bob Munroe

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 57. We welcome VFX Supervisor Bob Munroe to the show. Bob is one of the best in the business and he shares his knowledge on how to get the most out of your...

  
• 03.03.2015

  BoF #56 – Micro Budget Production and Scheduling Platform with Indie Boogie

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 56. This is way Indie Boogie describes themselves: “Your one-stop online filmmaking platform. We offer a free online platform for producing independent films, providing tools and communities for all steps of the filmmaking process.” It’s...

  
• 02.24.2015

  BoF #55 – Film Publicity On Set & Festivals with GAT PR’s Ingrid Hamilton

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 55. I’ve had the pleasure of working with Ingrid on two productions and she’s a pro at her job. I was excited to have her on the show to talk about how producers...

  
• 02.17.2015

  BoF #54 – Producing & Distritbution with Randy Manis

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 54. Producer Randy Manis joins us for a conversation about the state of the market, film distribution, and the value of festivals and theatrical releases. One of my favorite bits on this show is...

  
• 02.10.2015

  BoF #53 – Production Management with DJ Carson (Pacific Rim)

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 53. This is our second conversation in a series of talks with specific department heads. Today, we are fortunate to have Production Manager, DJ Carson (Pacific Rim, The Incredible Hulk) with us on...

  
• 02.03.2015

  BoF #52 – Save the Cat with Mike Cheda

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 52. Mike Cheda, story consultant, is with us on this story centric discussion of why projects work; or don’t. I was first introduced to Mike via Save the Cat and we get into...

  
• 01.30.2015

  BoF #51-1/2 – The Pursuit

  This isn’t an episode. This is a thought. An important thought. It’s 5 minutes — so have a listen. Cheers! Please leave us a review on iTunes, it really helps, and we appreciate it. We’ll even send you a digital muffin. Also, if...

  
• 01.26.2015

  BoF #51 – The Producer 1st Assistant Director Relationship

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 51. The episode we kick off 2015 with the first in a series of discussion about the Producer “blank” relationship. Yes, we’ll be filling in those blanks… We’re happy to have 1st Assistant Director...

  
• 10.07.2014

  BoF #50 – Recapping Episodes 21-50

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 50. This episode we take a look back at things we learned in our last 30 episodes. Recorded but not forgotten. The purpose of this episode is to go back to those first initial...

  
• 09.30.2014

  BoF #49 – Recaping Episodes 1-20

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 49. This episode we take a look back at things we learned in our first 20 episodes. Recorded but not forgotten. The purpose of this episode is to go back to those first initial...

  
• 09.23.2014

  BoF #48 – Film Financing & Structuring Deals with Richard Hanet

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 48. This episode we welcome entertainment lawyer and executive producer Richard Hanet from the firm of Lewis, Birberg and Hanet, LLP. We get into some of the exciting aspects of film financing structures...

  
• 09.16.2014

  BoF #47 – Distribution & Acquisitions with eOne’s Richard Rapkowski

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 47. On this episode we are joined by eOne Sr. V.P. of Business of Legal Affairs, Richard Rapkowski. He has a lot to share about the industry and way business works. It was...

  
• 09.09.2014

  BoF #46 – Film Production Insurance with Steve Beatty

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 46. On this episode we welcome the President of Culture One, Steve Beatty, who specializes in providing filmed and entertainment related production insurance. This is a very in-depth and detailed conversation and it...

  
• 09.02.2014

  BoF #45 – Co-Productions and Film Financing with Rob Heydon

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 45. This episode is a goodey. We have with us film producer, Rob Heydon. Rob recently shot Ecstacy, the adaptation of Irvine Welsh’s book, and the soon to be released Roger Spottiswood feature,...

  
• 08.26.2014

  BoF #44 – Breathing Life into Your Characters with Rachel Ballon

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 44. This week we got a double dose of goodness. On the show is Rachel Ballon, author of 5 books, and a special guest co-host…! Among the books that Rachel has authored include The...

  
• 08.19.2014

  BoF #43 – Distribution Models for Filmmakers with David Hudakoc of LevelFILM

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 43. We welcome distribution veteran David Hudakoc, partner at LevelFILM, to this weeks show. This week is all about the meat and potatoes of distribution. We really get into it and David is awesome...

  
• 08.12.2014

  BoF #42 – Rantings and Ravings of a Screenplay Reader with Howard Casner

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 42. Today we are joined by Howard Casner, screenplay reader for contests such as Slamdance and Final Draft and author of Rantings and Ravings of a Screenplay Reader. This episode was tons of...

  
• 08.05.2014

  BoF #41 – Making a Good Script Great, author Linda Seger

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 41. We are very fortunate to have Linda Seger, author of Making a Good Script Great, on this episode as she shares her insights on film. Linda needs no introduction. Her seminal book on...

  
• 07.29.2014

  BoF #40 – The Best Screenplays in Hollywood with Jason Scoggins, CEO Spec Scout

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 40. This episode we take an in-depth peak behind the curtain at Specscout.com and The Scoggins Report. The site combines a script coverage library with a scoring system in order to highlight...

  
• 07.22.2014

  BoF #39 – Producing & Selling Your Films with Sebastian Twardosz

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 39. Sebastian Twardosz worked his way up in Hollywood the good old fashion way. From assisting Paula Wagner and Tom Cruise in their heyday to producing and selling feature films. Sebastian has worked in...

  
• 07.15.2014

  BoF #38 – Working the Film Markets with Heather Hale

  Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 38. Today we are joined by independent producer and director Heather Hale with over 50 hours of produced television credits. She is also currently writing a book entitled Power Networking the Film &...