The Indie Film Place Podcast

Today let's chat about some real world grass roots PR stuff. Remember, the one thing we need to emulate when it comes to the studio machine is PR. In vol 1 we talked about rolling out a PR campaign early enough to get the buzz going in anticipation of your film with online images and such. Now let's talk about old school foot pounding fun. Like and Follow on FACEBOOK and TWITTER: @IndieFilmPlace

This is another perfect example of utilizing one location fully. A simple story of something anyone who has ever used social media can relate to. Well shot, well directed, and solid post production. THE SCREENING ROOM: theindiefilmplace.com/screeningroom Like and Follow on FACEBOOK and TWITTER: @IndieFilmPlace (And no, the irony is not lost).

Marketing and promotion of our films is as big of a deal, if not bigger than making the film. It is the engine that makes any film go after production is finished. In these installments of "How to promote your indie film" we'll explore techniques to get your movie in front of your audience. Website: theindiefilmplace.com Like and Follow on FACEBOOK and TWITTER: @IndieFilmPlace

"PHANTASM" Director Don Coscarelli Chats with me about filmmaking, being an indie filmmaker, and his new book "TRUE INDIE". Join Don and I for some great indie film discussion. Follow Don on FACEBOOK, TWITTER, and INSTAGRAM: @DonCoscarelli

"The Professional" is an improv short film, and looks really good. Richard Amann who shot and directed this made great use of composition, and depth of field to achieve a really nice look. The soundtrack is really cool too. THE SCREENING ROOM: theindiefilmplace.com/screeningroom Like and Follow on FACEBOOK and TWITTER: @IndieFilmPlace

"FISH" is the short film in The Screening Room. This film is a light hearted take on an old story.Check it out in The Screeninf Room. THE SCREEING ROOM: theindiefilmplace.com/screeningroom Like and Follow on FACEBOOK and TWITTER: @IndieFilmPlace

Casting is one of the most important parts of making a film. Duh. Without cast, you have no film...unless it's that kind of film. This process can be the most daunting, but it doesn't have to be. Let's chat. WEBSITE: theindiefilmplace.com Like and Follow on FACEBOOK and TWITTER: @IndieFilmPlace

"LIFTED" is another really great short film directed by Lin Oeding. Lin is very good at great composition, and capturing some really nice moments. This film is very touching and uplifting. Check it out in The Screening Room. THE SCREENING ROOM: theindiefilmplace.com/screeningroom Like and Follow on FACEBOOK and TWITTER: @IndieFilmPlace

"TIME TRAP" is a Sci-Fi adventure directed by Mark Dennis and Ben Foster. They chat with me about filmmaking, being an indie filmmaker, and of course the movie "TIME TRAP". timetrapmovie.com

"The Jigsaw" is a short film that kinda reminds me of classic fare such as Ghost Story, Night Gallery, Circle of fear, and s really well done. Nice production value with excellent camera work. THE SCREENING ROOM: theindiefilmplace.com/screeningroom Like and Follow on FACEBOOK and TWITTER: @TheIndieFilmPlace

Let's talk about creative lighting with low to no budget. Just because you don't have a ton of lights, or maybe not really any at all doesn't mean you can't light your set effectively. THE SCREENING ROOM: theindiefilmplace.com/screeningroom Like and Follow on FACEBOOK and TWITTER: @IndieFilmPlace

"PARADOX" by Jeremy Haccoun is a time travel/suspense film, but maybe not quite what you might expect. Great characters that draw you into what's happening in the moment. Check out this film in The Screening Room. THE SCREENING ROOM: theindiefilmplace.com/screeningroom Like and Follow on FACEBOOK and TWITTER" @IndieFilmPlace

Post production is is the last element that makes your film either pop or fizzle. There is noo reason to get lazy in post and let your film fizzle. This is not the easiest part of filmmaking as a new filmmaker, but when you spend at least as much focus here, you will make a world of difference. Watch short films in THE SCREENING ROOM: theindiefilmplace.com/screeningroom Like and Follow on FACEBOOK and TWITTER: @IndieFilmPlace

Hey Kids! You like horror films? In The Screening Room is a horror short film titled "A Tap at the Window". This film is done in a classic suspense type of horror film. It's written and directed by Jimmy Ren and Jack Vang. These guys did a great job. THE SCREENING ROOM: theindiefilmplace/screeningroom Like and Follow on FACEBOOK and TWITTER: @IndieFilmPlace

Filmmaker Ryan Alexander chats with me about filmmaking, casting, working with actors, and more. Also, you can check out "ROADSIDE", and "HOLD'EM", which are two of his films in The Screening Room. THE SCREENING ROOM: theindiefilmplace.com/screeningrom Like and Follow on FACEBOOK and TWITTER: @IndieFilmPlace