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Indie Filmmaking: Truth & Reality

Indie Filmmaking: Truth & Reality

Von: Jeff Deverett
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 Film school taught you how to make a movie—this show teaches you how to get it financed and distributed. In bite-sized 30-minute episodes, filmmaker and distribution expert Jeff Deverett gives you the real-world advice film schools leave out. From raising money to getting your movie on screens (and making your money back), Indie Filmmaking: Truth & Reality breaks down the business side of indie film with practical, honest guidance. No fluff. No sugar-coating. Just the truth—and the reality—of what it takes to get your film made and seen.

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  • Protecting Your Idea — Legal Truths & Practical Realities

    Protecting Your Idea — Legal Truths & Practical Realities
    Jan 7 2026
    In this episode, Jeff Deverett breaks down one of the biggest concerns for writers and indie filmmakers: how to protect your idea. Jeff explains the legal foundations of copyright, what is and isn't protectable, and how filmmakers should navigate pitching, sharing, and developing concepts in the real world. The episode begins with a listener question about mixing equity crowdfunding with private investors, where Jeff clarifies how to structure both without creating legal or financial conflicts. Takeaway To succeed as an indie filmmaker, you must balance protecting your work with sharing it enough to gain traction. Jeff emphasizes that real protection comes from expressing, documenting, and registering your idea—not hiding it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    37 Min.
  • Breaking In as a Writer: The Real Paths to Film & TV

    Breaking In as a Writer: The Real Paths to Film & TV
    Jan 1 2026
    In this episode, host Jeff Everett breaks down the real-world pathways for writers trying to break into film and television. From landing a spot in a writers’ room, to selling a script to studios or streamers, to taking the DIY route and making the project yourself, Jeff explains why the process is difficult, competitive, and often misunderstood. He dives into the importance of representation, why unsolicited scripts are rarely accepted, and how agents act as the industry’s filtration system.The episode also offers a grounded reality check on rejection, persistence, and self-belief. Jeff emphasizes that “no” usually means “not today,” and that success often comes from consistently putting yourself into play—networking, improving your craft, and knocking on the right doors at the right level. It’s an honest, practical guide for aspiring writers navigating the business side of indie filmmaking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 Min.
  • Cathy Yonek, Chocolate for Christmas

    Cathy Yonek, Chocolate for Christmas
    Dec 25 2025
    In this episode of Indie Filmmaking Truth and Reality, Cathy Yonek, a first-time feature filmmaker, discusses her debut independent film Chocolate for Christmas. Cathy shares her journey from making short films to tackling her first feature, emphasizing the challenges of production and the advice that led her to create a Christmas movie. The story centers around a woman who returns to her family's chocolate business to save it from financial collapse. Cathy details her organized approach to the film's seven-day shoot, with a supportive crew, including director of photography/editor Josh, and praised her calm and collaborative atmosphere on set. Lead actors Angela Cole and Joel Berg later join the conversation, offering insights into their characters and the themes of family, love, and Christmas. Cathy also opens up about the financial struggles of making a "no-budget" film, using credit cards and various side jobs to fund it. The episode concludes with Cathy discussing the film's distribution and a potential sequel, Marry Me in Greece, starring the same lead actors. The episode highlights the resilience and creativity needed for independent filmmaking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 6 Min.
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