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The Honest Filmmaker

REAL TALK FOR ASPIRING FILMMAKERSAre you wrapping up your film degree or contemplating a career shift into the creative industry? The Honest Filmmaker is your go-to resource for navigating the real-world challenges of micro-budget and indie filmmaking.Hosted by award-winning filmmaker Jim Eaves, the podcast delves into the nitty-gritty of independent film production. From securing funding and managing tight budgets to distribution strategies and building a sustainable career, this is unfiltered

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37:18

How to Make Feature Films on a Micro Budget with Andy...

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2025/08/19

Send us a text #filmmakingpodcast #filmmaking #indiefilm This week on the podcast I talk to filmmaker Andy Edwards. Andy started making shorts then wrote and directed his debut feature IBIZA UNDEAD (Zombie Spring Breakers) - he's a regular at Fright fest Film festival and has released a film ever year since 2022. I chat to Andy about his movies, how he funds them, shoots them and now why he's moving into self distribution with the release of his latest film CUSTOM. Andy also dir...

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29:55

How to get your Micro Budget Short Film into...

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2025/08/12

Send us a text #filmmakingpodcast #moviemaking #filmmaking #indiefilm This week on the podcast I'm chatting to filmmaker Nathan Benham. Nathan started out as an actor and got frustrated with not getting the parts he wanted so he wrote and directed himself in a short monologue that was then taken on the festival circuit. Since then he's been putting together a dedicated team of cast and crew and building with each production. I talked to Nathan about coming from acting, the types of sh...

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25:22

How to Work with Actors on a Micro Budget Indie Feature

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2025/08/05

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 ...

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27:40

How to Direct an Episode of Black Mirror with Carl...

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2025/07/29

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 de...

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34:53

The Benefits of Shooting an Indie Feature on Film...

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2025/07/22

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-Gol...

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33:15

How to make a Successful Short Film with Vincent...

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2025/07/15

Send us a text #filmmakingpodcast #filmmaking #moviemaking This 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 m...

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14:17

The Indie Filmmaker’s Survival Guide: 20 Things I...

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2025/07/08

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 ...

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38:58

How to Make an Indie Feature Film with Michael Marco

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2025/07/01

Send us a text #filmmakingpodcast #filmmaking #moviemaking This week on the podcast, I sit down with French-American filmmaker Michael Marco to delve into his gripping indie thriller, Blind Blood—a film that’s been making waves on Amazon Prime and Tubi in the US, UK, and Australia. Michael, who wrote, directed, edited, and even acted in the film, shares the remarkable journey of bringing Blind Blood to life. From its origins as a haunting idea in the mid-1990s to its realization decade...

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12:33

Brutally Honest Truths about Film Distribution

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2025/06/24

Send us a text The Cold, Hard Truth About Film Distribution In this week's episode I share the tough lessons I've learned over the past two decades of making films. From dealing with competition and sales agents to the harsh reality of piracy and review bombing. I talk about how difficult it can be to find and grow an audience, why promotion is essential, and why the film industry can often feel like no one cares about your work like you do. How things like artwork and titles play a huge role...

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31:21

Film Hub 2025 update special with Jason Horton

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2025/06/17

Send us a text #indiefilm #filmhub #filmpodcast So if you've ever thought about getting your film up on Film Hub then you've probably come across the name Jason Horton, he's definitely the filmmaker to talk to about Film Hub, he's got over 40 films on the platform, a mixture of documentaries and genre features. He's also recently finished and released his film A' A Hard Place' on streaming and he's got another one in pre-production called 'The Apex Predators Club'. I spoke t...

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43:32

How to be a Composer for Minecraft with Crispin Hands

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2025/06/10

Send us a text #filmmakingpodcast #composer #moviemaking #musiccareer #minecraft Are you interested in becoming a composer? or hearing from a successful one? This week I speak to Crispin Hands; he's a multiple award winning composer, producer, audio director, sound designer and music supervisor for video games , movies and television. He's worked on games like Gears of War, Minecraft Legends and for Disney on the Mirrorverse. This is a really interesting chat if you're interested...

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36:58

Micro Budget Movie Masterclass - Film hub and Tubi -...

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2025/06/03

Send us a text #tubi #filmmaker #filmhub #microbudget Ready for a Micro-Budget Movie Masterclass? This week’s guest, Jason Park, is a true indie filmmaking powerhouse. He’s made and released multiple feature films—often appearing in them—and takes on nearly every role in production and post. In our conversation, we dive into topics like self-distribution, generating ad revenue through YouTube, and smart strategies for marketing your films. Whether you’re working on your first feature or alre...

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26:53

How to Start Making your Micro Budget Feature with...

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2025/05/27

Send us a text #filmmakingpodcast #film #indiefilm #microbudget I usually talk to filmmakers at the end of their journey, when the film has been shot and released, but this week I thought it would be interesting to chat to two filmmakers at the very beginning of their journey. So I spoke to Andrew Klaus-Vineyard and Daniel Talbott who are about to shoot a feature documentary. Andrew has made a bunch of short films and Daniel has a background in theatre and screenwriting on big shows lik...

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31:08

How to get a Famous Actor in your £30k Micro Budget...

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2025/05/20

Send us a text #filmmakingpodcast #film #indiefilm #microbudget Do you want to know what it takes to make your first feature film and get it released? Well I spoke to Mitchell Holliday and he's done just that with his debut film Murder Ballads: How to Make it in Rock 'n' Roll starring Simon Callow. We talked about how he put the film together, how he convinced award winning actor Simon Callow to appear in the film and how he handled the sales and distribution process. He also told me ab...

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36:19

Funding, Filming & Finding an Audience - Micro Budget...

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2025/05/13

Send us a text #filmmakingpodcast #microbudget #filmmaking This week on the podcast I chat to filmmaker Jake C. Young about his movies, how he funded them through Indiegogo, working with what you have and how he handled sales and distribution. He also told me about how he managed to release his film on Blu-ray through Makeflix. Find out more about Jake and his movies: https://www.instagram.com/jakecyoung_official/ Check out the re-release of Jim's first solo dir...

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24:46

How to have an Acting Career in L.A. with Kerstin...

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2025/05/06

Send us a text #filmmakingpodcast #acting #moviemaking This week on the podcast, I’m joined by the incredibly dynamic Kerstin Schultze — fitness guru, trainer, actor, and performer. Kerstin’s journey began in competitive athletics, representing Germany in the Junior Olympics. After moving to the U.S., she transitioned into acting, landing roles that showcase both her physicality and charisma. Most recently, she appeared in a featured role on The Righteous Gemstones alongside Danny McBri...

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46:14

Indie Film Marketing Masterclass with Jim Fredrick

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2025/04/29

Send us a text #filmmakingpodcast #filmmaking #moviemaking #filmmakerscommunity This week I’m joined by film Marketing Guru Jim Fredrick whose incredible body of work includes Harry Potter, The Hunger Games, and Fantastic Beasts. Jim’s career spans some of the biggest blockbuster franchises, and in our conversation, he shares his insights on everything from cutting an unforgettable trailer to marketing your movie when you don’t have a studio-sized budget. We also dive into practical adv...

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31:44

How to sell your film direct to Distributors with...

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2025/04/22

Send us a text #filmmakingpodcast #moviemaking #filmmakerscommunity How do you get your independent film into cinemas without a sales agent? In this episode, filmmaker Marc Marriottreveals how he sold his debut feature Tokyo Cowboy directly to distributors—landing theatrical releases in both the U.S. and Japan. Marc takes us through his filmmaking journey, from working under iconic Japanese director Yoji Yamada, to creating a bilingual comedy/drama that blends cultures and language. H...

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30:44

How to write a Kurt Cobain Biography with Kelly Catlin

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2025/04/15

Send us a text#podcast #nirvana #creative #writingcommunity Have you ever wondered if you could write a book, maybe a biography? Well I spoke to Kelly Catlin who did just that. Inspired by a family tragedy she decided to write a book about Kurt Cobain and wrote "Kurt Cobain - Forever in Bloom". Her book, Kurt Cobain: Forever in Bloom, offers a fresh and sensitive take on one of music’s most iconic and misunderstood figures.Whether you’re a Nirvana fan, an aspiring biographer, or just

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50:54

How to Make a Feature Film for $10,000 with Sean &...

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2025/04/08

Send us a text #filmmakingpodcast #moviemaking #filmmakerscommunity This Week on the Podcast: Making Feature Films for Under $10K with Sean and Taylor King On this episode, I sit down with father-son filmmaking duo Sean and Taylor King, who have been consistently creating feature films on micro-budgets of under $10,000. Since starting in 2015, they’ve developed a streamlined production process that allows them to quickly move from one project to the next — and they’re currently working ...

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