Today on episode 10, we chat with writer-director Michael Pizzano about his journey from cobbling together action figure home movies to directing films and pilots with legit budgets. Join us as we explore how every film is a learning (and humbling) experience, what you need to get started NOW, and why directors should DEFINITELY take an acting class.

Find more from Michael at michaelpizzano.com

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The Indie Idiot Theme Song written by Justin Andrew Davis and Connor Dylan, produced by Connor Dylan, with bass parts written and performed by Dr. Bones

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Today on episode 9, we chat with multi-hyphenate actor-writer-filmmaker Louisa Erlich about whether or not actors should make their own films (spoiler alert: YES!!). We cover how her acting informs her screenwriting, what it's like to star in her own work, and what inspired her to get behind the camera for her feature film, Nobody's Home.

Find more from Louisa at louisaerlich.com

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This is episode was edited (poorly) by Justin Andrew Davis

The Indie Idiot Theme Song written by Justin Andrew Davis and Connor Dylan, produced by Connor Dylan, with bass parts written and performed by Dr. Bones

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Today on episode 8, we speak with writer/director Alec Sutherland about the advantages of shooting a one location film - which is exactly what he did for his upcoming short film, Low Hang Fruit! (Spoiler alert: I had the extreme privilege of starring in this beautiful little story about art and the lengths we'll go for it).

So can you take your characters on a full journey in just a single place? Will the visuals bore the audience? How much will production thank for making their lives easier? Come find out with us!

Find more on Alec at alecsutherland.com

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This is episode was edited (poorly) by Justin Andrew Davis

The Indie Idiot Theme Song written by Justin Andrew Davis and Connor Dylan, produced by Connor Dylan, with bass parts written and performed by Dr. Bones

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What topics do you want to hear about? Message us @theindieidiot on Instagram, or at [email protected]!

Today on episode 7, we speak with audio engineer George Miata about how he creates and cleans up the soundcapes of film. Whether you're trying to figure out the sound of a monster with ten mouths or trying to clean up a dramatic screaming match, there are so many ways to enhance and amplify your world and story.

Find George's work/hire him via By George Audio!

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This is episode was edited (poorly) by Justin Andrew Davis

The Indie Idiot Theme Song written by Justin Andrew Davis and Connor Dylan, produced by Connor Dylan, with bass parts written and performed by Dr. Bones

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What topics do you want to hear about? Message us @theindieidiot on Instagram, or at [email protected]!

For episode 6, we sit down with actor, writer, and producer Amanda Jane Stern about working with an intimacy coordinator on her upcoming feature film, A Perfectly Good Moment! The film is an erotic thriller, and so it was critically important to Amanda that she create a safe working environment for her, her co-star, and the crew. Join us and we discuss the steps you can take as a filmmaker to tell honest, human stories while ALSO respecting, maintaining, and working within personal boundaries!

Let's all practice safe storytelling out there, guys.

Find Amanda on Instagram!

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This is episode was edited (poorly) by Justin Andrew Davis

The Indie Idiot Theme Song written by Justin Andrew Davis and Connor Dylan, produced by Connor Dylan, with bass parts written and performed by Dr. Bones

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What topics do you want to hear about? Message us @theindieidiot on Instagram, or at [email protected]!

For episode 5, we speak with actor and writer Rahmell Peebles about making his first feature: The Black Experiment! In our conversation, we discuss the responsibilities of the director, what drew him to creating his own work, and how serving others ultimately created a better, more worthwhile project. So let's dig in and figure out how Rah managed to stay sane through it all.

Find Rahmell on Instagram!

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The Indie Idiot Theme Song written by Justin Andrew Davis and Connor Dylan, produced by Connor Dylan, with bass parts written and performed by Dr. Bones

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What topics do you want to hear about? Message us @theindieidiot on Instagram, or at [email protected]!

Today we have producer Tessa Byford (Gaming Wall Street) with us to explain the mysterious, unsung work that comes with producing. Come learn the nitty gritty of how Tessa creates safe and collaborative spaces on her projects, and how this helps ensure the cast and crew come out of a shoot with the absolute best story possible!

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This is episode was edited (poorly) by Justin Andrew Davis

The Indie Idiot Theme Song written by Justin Andrew Davis and Connor Dylan, produced by Connor Dylan, with bass parts written and performed by Dr. Bones

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Today we have cinematographer Nick DiLullo with us to discuss shotlists and why you NEED one. Come listen to his personal creative process in realizing a film from start to finish, as well as everything he's taught me while shooting my past two short films, Powerful Stuff and Definitely Something.

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This is episode was edited (poorly) by Justin Andrew Davis

The Indie Idiot Theme Song written by Justin Andrew Davis and Connor Dylan, produced by Connor Dylan, with bass parts written and performed by Dr. Bones

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What topics do you want to hear about? Message us @theindieidiot on Instagram, or at [email protected]!

Today our guest is Arielle Beth Klein, the writer, director, and star of Tired Mind, her first (and very successful) short film! Come join our conversation about Arielle's transition from playwriting to screenwriting, making movies that are personal, and what lessons she's taking with her onto her next short film, The Red Shoe!

You can find Arielle at:

https://www.ariellebethklein.com/

Instagram: @arielle_beth

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This is episode was edited (poorly) by Justin Andrew Davis

The Indie Idiot Theme Song written by Justin Andrew Davis and Connor Dylan, produced by Connor Dylan, with bass parts written and performed by Dr. Bones

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What topics do you want to hear about? Message us @theindieidiot on Instagram, or at [email protected]!

Today we have the FIRST FULL EPISODE of The Indie Idiot! Our first guest is Brian DiLorenzo, the writer and director of the Amazon Prime feature Myth. Come join our conversation about the real costs of making movies, the ways to do more with less, and why filmmakers are so cagey about discussing finances.

This is episode was edited (poorly) by Justin Andrew Davis

The Indie Idiot Theme Song written by Justin Andrew Davis and Connor Dylan, produced by Connor Dylan, with bass parts written and performed by Dr. Bones

Cover logo is by Tetiana Haidish

Message us @theindieidiot on Instagram, or at [email protected]!