From First Draft to Film-Ready: Perfecting Your Screenplay

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Before Day One: The Business of Making a Movie

What business decisions should an indie film producer make before day one on set? In this episode, we break down the big-picture decisions that can determine whether your movie has a real shot in the marketplace—from the script and budget to genre, audience, cast, tax incentives, ...  Show more

The Five-Minute Sell Test for Indie Films

Can you tell if an indie film will sell in the first five minutes? In this episode, Tom Malloy explains the key signals distributors and sales agents look for during a pitch—from your hook and artwork to your trailer and marketing plan. Learn how to present your project like a pr ...  Show more

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