On today's episode I sit down with Rocky Walls or 12 Stars Media and Greg Sorvig of Heartland Film.

They are both huge players in Indiana's film scene.

In the episode you are going to learn about:

-The Size and Scope of Film in Indiana  -The Business of independent Filmmaking -Another world premiere happening in Indianapolis

We also dive into the festival's influence on both local and international filmmakers, the state's unique economic landscape for indie films, and opportunities for filmmakers in Indiana.

00:39 Meet the Guests: Greg Sorvig and Rocky Walls 00:42 Heartland Film Festival Overview 03:50 Film Festivals vs. Music Festivals 05:26 Heartland's Global Impact 05:41 Demystifying Film Festivals 09:44 Heartland's 33-Year Evolution 21:13 The Business of Independent Filmmaking 35:57 Success Stories and Distribution 44:43 Celebrating Success in Filmmaking 45:06 The Journey of 'Dirty Laundry' 45:56 From Documentary to Narrative Film 46:38 The Smash and Grab Incident 48:06 Creating the Script 50:31 Casting the Leads 51:58 Filming in Indiana 59:22 The Magic of 'Dirty Laundry' 01:02:16 Heartland Film Festival Premiere