Truly Independent: Demystifying the Indie Film Journey

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In today's conversation, Alan Seawright from Cinema Therapy joins us to discuss the importance of building an audience and shares insights on how to do so. He talks about his experience with the success of his YouTube channel, Cinema Therapy, and how they have leveraged their audience to support their filmmaking projects. 

Garrett and Daren discuss the importance of building an audience as a filmmaker and the different strategies to achieve that. They explore the concept of brand equity and whether it's better to build brand equity for the filmmaker, the company, or the individual films. They also touch on the role of AI in the film industry and the potential impact on filmmakers and film workers. 

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In today's episode we're joined by TC Christensen, a Utah producer, director, writer, and DP, to talk about his latest film, Escape From Germany, which has done extremely well in the box office for a limited theatrical release. 

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In today's episode, John Michael Finley discusses his experience working on the film 'Faith of Angels' and the importance of communication and a positive atmosphere on set. He emphasizes the need for actors to be included in the game plan and to have a clear understanding of the project. John also shares his considerations as an actor, including family commitments and the importance of working with people he admires. The conversation highlights the value of independent filmmaking and the impact it can have on actors and audiences. In this part of the conversation, John discusses the importance of communication and collaboration in the filmmaking process. He shares his experience of meeting the real-life person he portrayed in the film and the impact it had on his performance. They also discuss the responsibility of actors in promoting and supporting independent films. John emphasizes the need for good storytelling and the positive impact it can have on audiences. They conclude by discussing the upcoming release of the film and the importance of audience support. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the importance of actors who are also producers and the responsibilities that come with that role. They also talk about the costs associated with theatrical releases and the goal of breaking into the top 10 box office. The hosts emphasize the need to focus on long-term success rather than just the opening weekend numbers. They also mention the success of independent films like 'Horizons' and 'Kinds of Kindness' and the impact of media coverage on film promotion.

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In today's episode, Kynan Griffin, a pioneer of Kickstarter and independent filmmaking, shares his experience and advice on maximizing crowdfunding for independent films. He emphasizes the importance of building an audience and leveraging Kickstarter as a pre-sales venue and a way to directly sell to fans. 

Daren and Garrett discuss their upcoming movies and the strategies they are implementing to build an audience and create momentum leading up to the releases. They talk about the success of their Upviral campaign, which unlocked the trailer for their film Faith of Angels and generated over 1,000 new email sign-ups. 

They also announce the launch of their Kickstarter campaign for Faith of Angels and the importance of using Kickstarter as a platform to raise funds and build awareness.

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In this episode, Daren Smith and Garrett Batty discuss their upcoming independent film, Faith of Angels, and its release strategy. They talk about the regional release, group sales, and influencer marketing as part of their three-pronged approach. They also mention the importance of selecting the right release dates and the challenges of budgeting and advertising for an independent film. 

The conversation revolves around the making of the movie 'Faith of Angels' and the process of choosing and casting the film. The filmmakers discuss the tension, nervousness, and faith-based themes in their movies. They also talk about the challenges they faced during the Hollywood strikes and how they managed to continue working on the film. The casting process and the importance of finding the right actors for the roles are also discussed. The conversation ends with a discussion about the release strategy for 'Faith of Angels' and how it will benefit their other film, 'The Carpenter.'

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In this conversation, we talk with Susan Tuckett, a film distributor, discusses the process of booking theaters and marketing independent films. She explains the timeline for booking a movie in theaters and the importance of creating awareness at the right time. Susan also emphasizes the value of outdoor media and the significance of the Utah market. She shares insights into the per screen average and the balance between profitability and reaching a wider audience. Additionally, she discusses the process of shipping films and posters to theaters and the importance of clear payment terms. 

The conversation concludes with a discussion on the collaborative nature of the film industry and the importance of building relationships with distributors. 

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Garrett Batty, Daren Smith, and Purdie Distribution discuss the process of film distribution and the importance of building an audience. They emphasize the need for a tailored approach to each film and the importance of communication and collaboration between filmmakers and distributors. 

They also discuss the challenges and opportunities in the current film industry landscape, including the impact of COVID-19 and the shift towards streaming platforms. 

The conversation concludes with a discussion about the recent screening of their film and the value of audience feedback. 

In this conversation, Daren and Garrett discuss the importance of word-of-mouth and buzz in promoting a film. They share their experiences with test screenings and gathering audience feedback. They also emphasize the significance of eliciting emotion from an audience and the role of action and music in a film. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the benefits of building an email list over relying solely on social media platforms.

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Today's episode features a conversation between Garrett Batty and Daren Smith, indie film producers, as they discuss their journey in the independent film industry, the process of releasing independent films, and their experiences in making The Carpenter

We also answer two listener questions - where do you find a producer, and how do you get on a crew?

Truly Independent is a show that demystifies the indie film journey by documenting the process of releasing independent films in theaters. 

Garrett Batty and Daren Smith discuss the process of releasing a movie, focusing on the role of distributors, the strategy behind screenings, and the importance of building an audience. They also touch on the significance of screen numbers and per-screen averages in achieving box office success. 

The conversation provides valuable insights into the independent film industry and the marketing strategies involved in movie releases.

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Truly Independent is a show that demystifies the indie film journey by documenting the process of releasing independent films in theaters. Garrett Batty and Daren Smith, writer, director, and producer, update listeners on their indie film journey, discuss the current state of indie film, and bring in guests to share insights and experiences. 

In this conversation, Daren and Garrett discuss the process of releasing a movie and the importance of building an audience.