The Filmmaking Stuff Podcast

Do film festival laurels actually help sell a movie? In this episode, filmmaker and distributor Tom Malloy breaks down how official selections impact audiences versus sales agents, why major festivals like Sundance, Cannes, and Toronto still matter, and when lesser-known festival ...  Show more

Should filmmakers hire an entertainment lawyer to review a distribution or sales agent agreement? In this episode, Tom explains when legal review helps, when it hurts, and how over-redlining contracts can kill a film deal. Learn a smarter way to work with attorneys, agree on key ...  Show more

YouTube and AVOD platforms like Tubi are changing how independent filmmakers make money. In this episode, filmmaker Tom Malloy explains why strong openings, smart pacing, and understanding ad-based audiences are now essential—and how filmmakers can reverse-engineer successful You ...  Show more

In this episode, I share a true story about losing my iPad—and how what felt like a major setback turned into an unexpected win. We talk about emotional detachment, persistence, and why you should never assume something falling apart is the end of the story. A mindset lesson for ...  Show more

Learn the most important steps to prepare your film for international sales — and the number one deliverable that allows your movie to be dubbed into any language. In this episode, we talk M&E tracks, correct delivery formats, subtitles, dialog lists, and why most buyers still pr ...  Show more