In this episode of the Filmmaking Stuff podcast, host Tom Malloy discusses the potential market and the inherent value of producing short films. Tom explains that the value of short films isn't necessarily about profit. Instead, short films present an opportunity to gain experience and create a 'calling card' as a filmmaker.
Aspiring directors should approach their short films like a test run or a teaser of their intended feature films. The genre should reflect that of the intended feature film, allowing audiences to gauge the director's aptitude in a specific area. However, Tom warns against investing heavily in these mediums, suggesting that such funds could be better invested in a feature film.
Moreover, Tom shares key marketing strategies for short films, like leveraging film festivals and using popular platforms like YouTube. He also highlights the benefits of presenting a consistent genre throughout, thus helping potential investors visualize the intended feature film. Despite limited income avenues, the true profit of short films lies in kickstarting and enriching one's filmmaking career.
He concludes that filmmakers should graduate from short films and aims at producing feature films, where more sustainable profit lies. A short film, therefore, serves as a stepping stone towards that goal, and its fundraising should resonate with this objective. Tune into this episode of the Filmmaking Stuff podcast to gain insightful filmmaking knowledge and strategies from seasoned professional, Tom Malloy.
Key Highlights:
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Ep 88: Seven Shortcuts For Attracting Film Investors
Ep 87: Five Filmmaking Secrets Every Filmmaker Should Know
Ep 86: How To Sell Your Movie On Amazon
Ep 85: Film Distribution Myths
Ep 84: Your Film's USP
Ep 83: New Year Kick In The Butt
Ep 82: Why Filmmakers Fail At Film Festivals
Ep 81: 5 Distribution Mistakes That Make You Look Dumb
Ep 80: How To Acquire FU Money
Ep 79: STOP Filling Your Closet With Gear
Ep 78: The New Model of Filmmaking
Ep 77: How To Pitch Your Film Project
Ep 76: Three Tips For Digital VOD Distribution
Ep 75: How To Pitch Film Investors
Ep 74: Writing For The Greenlight (What types of stories sell?)
Ep 73: Three Steps For Filmmaking Success
Ep 72: Kung Fu Kick (For Filmmakers)
Ep 71: How To Find Movie Investors
Ep 70: Don't Let Money Stop You
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