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PODCAST

Making Movies is HARD!!!: The Struggles of Indie Filmmaking

Liz Manashil & Alrik Bursell

Liz Manashil and Alrik Bursell discuss independent filmmaking, everything from writing, producing and directing to working as crew. But this is not just a podcast about "making it," it"s also about struggling with rejection, self-doubt and everything else that comes with pursuing a career in film. Follow along as we forge our own way through the industry and talk to guests who are also making it happen. Episodes 238-299 are available at our patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast

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01:18:37

Welcome 3rd Co-Host, Colin Levy!

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2018/12/31

This week we welcome our official third co-host to the show, Colin Levy! In this episode we talk about how Colin's first year in LA has gone, the status of his short film Skywatch and what his struggling with as he navigates the Hollywood landscape!

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01:21:15

Bonus Episode - Aquaman Talk with L. Jeffrey Moore!

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2018/12/29

This week Alrik and future co-host L. Jeffrey Moore talk about Aquaman, give their mostly spoiler free review and discuss it's place in the landscape of super hero movies!

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01:02:11

Making Movies is Hard Live in LA with Lewberger!

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2018/12/24

This week we have our first ever live show in LA with special guest Lewberger! Join Alex Kellerman and Alrik Bursell as they talk to Alex Lewis, Keith Habersberger and Hughie Stone Fish about the music comedy band and how they make their videos!

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00:58:16

Welcome 2nd Co-Host, Alex Kellerman!

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2018/12/19

This week we have our second co-host, Alex Kellerman on the show! In this episode we get to know a little about Alex's backstory and get his tips/tricks on how to make it in Hollywood! That and much more in this weeks episode of Making Movies is Hard!

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00:56:37

Writing into the Writers Room with Katie Johnson!

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2018/12/10

This week we have write Katie Johnson on the show to talk about starting a career in writing, working in a writers room and writing on season three of Shooter. If you are interested in a career in writing in Hollywood this is the episode for you!

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01:06:51

Welcome Co-Host Andrew Schrader - The Writing Process!

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2018/12/03

This week Alrik welcomes his first new co-host Andrew Schrader to the show! We talk about Andrew's background in filmmaking, how he got to where he is now and his writing process.

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01:26:35

Timothy's Final Episode (For Now)

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2018/11/26

Timothy retires as the full time co-host of Making Movies is Hard. We discuss what's next for the podcast and Timothy tells us what he has learned through from the last three and a half years.

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01:30:42

My Struggle - Listener Call Ins!

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2018/11/19

Three listeners of the podcast dial in to talk about what they are struggling with and ask for advice.

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01:11:53

Making Music Videos with the Band Beautiful Machines!

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2018/11/12

Conrad and Stefanie join us to talk about making music videos, from their very first video "Animammal" to the recent "We Have 2 Escape"

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01:08:59

Tony Gapastione - Being a Brave Maker!

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2018/11/05

This week we have local actor, writer, producer, director and entrepreneur, Tony Gapastione on the show! Tony talks to us about how he got into filmmaking and his new non-profit Brave Maker which is designed to help local filmmakers tell their stories!

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01:26:48

Steve Dildarian - Creating An HBO Animated Series!

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2018/10/29

While working in advertising Steve Dildarian made a short film that won the Aspen Comedy Fest and eventually turned into an HBO Animated Series called "The Life and Times of Tim."

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01:08:58

Vinne Van Wyk - Shooting Stock Footage!

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2018/10/22

This week we have filmmaker and cinematographer Vinnie Van Wyk on the show, we were introduced to Vinnie through our sponsor Dissolve because we wanted to talk to someone who makes a living through shooting stock footage and Vinnie was their top pick.

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00:56:54

LIVE PODCAST with Ben Wolan!

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2018/10/15

This episode was recorded in front of a live audience right before Ben Wolan screened his film "Rubicon Road" for the first time. We explore what it feels like to share your movie and talk about Ben's first experience directing a film.

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01:10:06

Evan Cecil - Shooting a Good Death!

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2018/10/08

This week we have local Bay Area Director Evan Cecil on the show to talk about how he got started in film, his years of directing TV re-enactments and shooting the 21 kills in his new feature film Lasso that hits VOD on November 13th!

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01:14:52

Ed Ng - Starting from the Bottom!

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2018/10/01

Our friend Ed Ng is on the podcast today and we're so excited to have him to tell us how in just six years he we went from no film experience to producing and shooting jobs for big names like Apple, HTC and Tostitos.

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01:19:36

The Alternate, Timothy Writes and a Podcast Shakeup!

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2018/09/24

This week Timothy and Alrik chat amongst themselves about Alrik's film The Alternate, Timothy writing for another month and shaking up the podcast! What does it all mean? Listen to find out!

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01:07:24

Paulina Lagudi - Directing Children!

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2018/09/17

Paulina Lagudi recently finished her first feature Mail Order Monster which stars several children. She shares tips on working with kids as well as a slew of information about how she got the film made and distributed.

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01:29:27

Tony Vella - The Life of a Stunt Person!

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2018/09/11

Stunt Coordinator Tony Vella joins us this week to talk about his life in the film business, how he got started and how it all led him to his career in stunts!

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01:13:19

Production Assistant - Melhik Hailu!

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2018/09/03

Melhik discovered a passion for filmmaking in high school and has since hustled his way into freelance work and internships while also studying at SF State. We talk about his dreams, his career path, and the exciting ways he's making it all happen.

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01:04:21

What Kind of Directing Experience is Good Directing...

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2018/08/27

As Alrik directs more he wonders what kind of directing experience is good for his growth and career. On the other hand, Timothy chooses to turn down directing jobs and focus on his growth in other ways. Plus we read a listener letter to help clarify some

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