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 164: Reverse Networking
Ep 163: How To Raise Your Status
Ep 162: Nothing Personal Just Business
Ep 161: How Film Distribution Deals Work
Ep 160: How To Reach Film Industry Heavy-Hitters
Ep 159: How To Overcome Career Confusion
Ep 158: Do You Suffer With Filmmaker Fatigue?
Ep 157: Make Your Film Rise Above The Noise
Ep 156: Get Cast To Promote Your Film
Ep 155: The Importance of Casting Your Film
Ep 154: How To Set Filmmaking Goals
Ep 153: Can You Run A Movie Studio Outside Hollywood?
Ep 152: Hope Versus Strategy In Filmmaking
Ep 151: Get Clear On Your Filmmaking Goals
Ep 150: Are You Making These Mistakes In Film Distribution?
Ep 149: Why VOD Sales Projections Are BS
Ep 148: Understanding Risk To Reward In Film Funding
Ep 147: Your Filmmaking Success Mindset
Ep 146: Self Distribution Mistakes That Could Skunk Your Release
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