The Honest Filmmaker

How to Work with Actors on a Micro Budget Indie Feature

Send us a text#filmmakingpodcast #moviemaking #indiefilm #movieproduction This week on the podcast I break down some of the lessons I've learned working with actors on Low Budget and Micro Budget film productions. I talk about blocking, bad acting, then power of a good lead actor, the power shift on set and when to bend the rules. I also talk about working with Doctor Who actor Colin Baker and how my preconceived notions of how he'd behave on set were flipped upside down. Check out the re-release of Jim's first solo directing feature The Witches Hammer - out now on amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B0F235F4T8/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_rFor regular updates and exclusive content - sign up for The Honest Filmmaker newsletterhttps://thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk/index.php/e-newsletter/Join The Honest Filmmaker community on our Facebook Group or Discord https://thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk/index.php/join-the-community/HONEST, OPEN ADVICE ABOUT YOUR FILMMAKING CAREERAre you about to leave Uni with a filmmaking degree? Or want to change careers and work in a creative industry? We want to give you the tools you need to enter the real world of production or freelancing. Honest and open career advice from people in the business.We also talk to those in other creative industries to discuss their careers, the potential cross over with film production and practical tips for a successful and fulfilling career.Join the community: http://www.thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk

How to Direct an Episode of Black Mirror with Carl Tibbetts

Send us a text#filmmakingpodcast #blackmirror #moviemaking #indiefilm This week on the podcast I'm talking to Director Carl Tibbetts. Carl started his career editing before writing and directing his debut feature 'Retreat' starring Cillian Murphy, Thandie Newton and Jamie Bell. Carl then went on to direct two monumental episodes of Black Mirror as well as several other high profile shows like 'Humans', 'Hemlock Grove' and 'The Lazarus Project'.I talked to Carl about how he got his debut feature off the ground, how he turned that into a career directing television and some of his tips for you to do the same.Check out Carl's website: https://carltibbetts.comCheck out the re-release of Jim's first solo directing feature The Witches Hammer - out now on amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B0F235F4T8/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_rFor regular updates and exclusive content - sign up for The Honest Filmmaker newsletterhttps://thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk/index.php/e-newsletter/Join The Honest Filmmaker community on our Facebook Group or Discord https://thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk/index.php/join-the-community/HONEST, OPEN ADVICE ABOUT YOUR FILMMAKING CAREERAre you about to leave Uni with a filmmaking degree? Or want to change careers and work in a creative industry? We want to give you the tools you need to enter the real world of production or freelancing. Honest and open career advice from people in the business.We also talk to those in other creative industries to discuss their careers, the potential cross over with film production and practical tips for a successful and fulfilling career.Join the community: http://www.thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk

The Benefits of Shooting an Indie Feature on Film with Ian Diaz

Send us a text#filmmakingpodcast #filmmakersfamily #moviemaking #movieproduction #indiefilm This week on the podcast I talk to indie director Ian Diaz. Ian has had a similar trajectory as me having shot his first feature films on film. I talk to Ian about some of the lessons shooting on film gives you during production, how he went from features to his series Rebecca Gold and his plans for the future. Check out Rebecca Gold on Amazon Prime : https://www.amazon.co.uk/Rebecca-Gold/dp/B07KMPCQVVCheck out Rebecca Gold on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@RebeccaGoldCheck out the re-release of Jim's first solo directing feature The Witches Hammer - out now on amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B0F235F4T8/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_rFor regular updates and exclusive content - sign up for The Honest Filmmaker newsletterhttps://thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk/index.php/e-newsletter/Join The Honest Filmmaker community on our Facebook Group or Discord https://thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk/index.php/join-the-community/HONEST, OPEN ADVICE ABOUT YOUR FILMMAKING CAREERAre you about to leave Uni with a filmmaking degree? Or want to change careers and work in a creative industry? We want to give you the tools you need to enter the real world of production or freelancing. Honest and open career advice from people in the business.We also talk to those in other creative industries to discuss their careers, the potential cross over with film production and practical tips for a successful and fulfilling career.Join the community: http://www.thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk

How to make a Successful Short Film with Vincent Wrenn DOP

Send us a text#filmmakingpodcast #filmmaking #moviemakingThis week on the podcast I'm talking to DOP Vincent Wrenn. Vincent has worked on an absolute ton of projects having started at a young age working with his father who was also a Director of Photography. Learning lots of lessons from his dad he went onto work on tv, shorts, feature films and high profile documentaries including The Defiant Ones with Dr. Dre and Snoop Dog. We talked about what it's like being a working DOP, working on micro budget films, short films, we also talked about networking and finding the next job. Enjoy! Links to find out more about Vincent:Vimeovimeo.com/vincentwrennWebsiteframelinescreative.comInstagram @framelines_creativeCheck out the re-release of Jim's first solo directing feature The Witches Hammer - out now on amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B0F235F4T8/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_rFor regular updates and exclusive content - sign up for The Honest Filmmaker newsletterhttps://thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk/index.php/e-newsletter/Join The Honest Filmmaker community on our Facebook Group or Discord https://thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk/index.php/join-the-community/HONEST, OPEN ADVICE ABOUT YOUR FILMMAKING CAREERAre you about to leave Uni with a filmmaking degree? Or want to change careers and work in a creative industry? We want to give you the tools you need to enter the real world of production or freelancing. Honest and open career advice from people in the business.We also talk to those in other creative industries to discuss their careers, the potential cross over with film production and practical tips for a successful and fulfilling career.Join the community: http://www.thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk

The Indie Filmmaker’s Survival Guide: 20 Things I wish I knew when I started

Send us a text#filmmakingpodcast #moviemaking #indiefilm In this episode, I reflect on 20 key lessons I wish I'd known when I started making feature films over 20 years ago. Whether you're gearing up for your first shoot or deep into your filmmaking journey, these practical insights can save you time, money, and stress. From creative strategies like "writing what you have" and "editing on paper," to on-set realities like casting dynamics, power shifts, and packed lunches — this is the no-fluff advice I wish someone had told me. Think of it as your filmmaking cheat sheet, shaped by experience, missteps, and the occasional miracle.Check out the re-release of Jim's first solo directing feature The Witches Hammer - out now on amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B0F235F4T8/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_rFor regular updates and exclusive content - sign up for The Honest Filmmaker newsletterhttps://thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk/index.php/e-newsletter/Join The Honest Filmmaker community on our Facebook Group or Discord https://thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk/index.php/join-the-community/HONEST, OPEN ADVICE ABOUT YOUR FILMMAKING CAREERAre you about to leave Uni with a filmmaking degree? Or want to change careers and work in a creative industry? We want to give you the tools you need to enter the real world of production or freelancing. Honest and open career advice from people in the business.We also talk to those in other creative industries to discuss their careers, the potential cross over with film production and practical tips for a successful and fulfilling career.Join the community: http://www.thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk