Like many filmmakers, Scott McMahon got frustrated trying to get his independent comedy made the traditional way, and decided to take matters into his own hands and write a new script called THE CUBE, and direct and star in it and get it in the can for $500 with no crew to speak of. Listen to Scott’s story and be ready to get inspired - and hear how he plans to sustain his filmmaking career using out of the box filmmaking and distribution techniques. In this interview with Scott we discuss:

 

• His background as a filmmaker and what led him to make THE CUBE

• How he managed to get THE CUBE in the can for $500 with no crew

• What his distribution plans were going in and what the reality has been on the other side

• What he’s learned along the way and what he’ll be sure to do differently next time

• How much money he’s made so far and how plans for increasing revenue

• His recommendations for others pursuing the ‘backyard filmmaking’ path and DIY distribution

• And more!