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.
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Ep 122: How To Find Find Film Investors
Ep 121: How To Make Money With Amazon Prime Distribution
Ep 120: Observations From The 2017 American Film Market
Ep 119: Netflix Distribution - What Filmmakers Need To Know
Ep 118: Film Distribution - The Most Simple Movie Marketing Tactic
Ep 117: The Future of Self Distribution
Ep 116: The 3 Laws of Digital Film Distribution
Ep 115: How To Meet With Film Investors Without Looking Like An Amateur
Ep 114: How To Create A Promotional Hook That Your Audience Remembers
Ep 113: 5 Simple Steps To Help You-Sell Your Movie Online
Ep 112: The First Rule of Film Distribution
Ep 111: Find Out How To Choose The Best Film Project
Ep 110: Warning: Poorly Run Film Production Can Sour Your Career
Ep 109: How To Find a Film Industry Mentor
Ep 108: Sell Your Movie On The Internet
Ep 107: Stop Rewriting and Start Filmmaking
Ep 106: How To Find A Niche Audience For Your Film
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