Inside Indies
Inside Indies
Podcast Description
A look at what it takes to make an indie film. Each episode shares advice on things like funding, planning, and getting a project across the finish line, without a studio-sized budget.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The show covers a range of topics critical for indie filmmakers, including funding strategies, casting techniques, crew management, and production insurance. Notable episodes delve into casting fresh talent, utilizing talent agents effectively, navigating crew meal penalties, and detailed case studies like how Joe Wein adapted a survival story into a documentary.
A look at what it takes to make an indie film. Each episode shares advice on things like funding, planning, and getting a project across the finish line, without a studio-sized budget.
Casting can make or break your film. But how do you find the right talent without a big budget or industry connections?
In this episode, host John Cooke sits down with Gerardo Maravilla from Backstage to break down what indie filmmakers need to know about the modern casting process. Gerardo shares tips for discovering fresh faces and collaborating with casting directors.
Key insights from this episode:
- How casting directors help shape a filmmaker’s creative vision
- Where to find emerging talent
- How social media can influence casting choices
Chapters:
(00:00) Meet Gerardo Maravilla
(00:20) The casting process for film and TV
(01:06) Using Backstage to discover new talent
(03:09) How to stay current on casting trends
(03:55) The role of social media in modern casting
(05:05) Better casting through tech and tools
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