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Filmmaker Mark Roberts (Meet Me Next Christmas, Strangers with Candy) and aspiring filmmaker Rod "Tuddy” Rinks discuss in detail how to navigate the treacherous world of filmmaking from pitching, financing, casting, securing rights, post-production, distribution etc. We cover it all!
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- 1 weeks ago42 min
Producer Andrew Van Den Houten's new movie WILDCARDS was shot in under 1 week!
Send us Fan Mail The Film Hustlers sit down with producer and director Andrew Van Den Houten to talk real-world indie hustle, navigate industry shifts, and get movies made today. Andrew breaks down: The 4-Day Feature: The wild production model behind his courtroom thriller Wild Cards (starring Leon, Aries Spears, and Elise Neal)—shooting the entire script end-to-end each day like a live stage play.Working with Bruce Willis: Negotiating high-stakes talent deals, handling multi-million-dol...
- 2 weeks ago33 min
🎬 From Prison Wine to Chateau des Ghetto! Hustlers break down PRUNO PEREZ
Send us Fan Mail 🎬 From Prison Wine to Chateau des Ghetto! 🍷👇 Ever wondered what happens when an ex-con prison-wine expert tries to become a high-end sommelier? In our latest episode of Film Hustlers, we break down the brand-new vertical short series, Pruno Perez! Mark, Rod, and Davy sit down to talk about the entire indie hustle: ✅ How a casual chat with mom inspired the whole concept ✅ Raising the budget and writing scripts on the fly at airports ✅ Working with incredible ...
- Aug 4, 202636 min
Hustlers talk about making a movie W/ Tony Danza & Mario Lopez! (Plus: AI Budgeting Hacks)
Send us Fan Mail We’re BACK in the studio to break down what really goes on behind the scenes of an indie movie set. From hanging out late-night with the legendary Tony Danza and Mario Lopez to navigating the chaos of production, flight layovers, and getting "on a sick one" (you'll see what we mean 🍻), we’re sharing all the real, unfiltered stories from location. Plus, we dive into: 🎥 Why Buffalo, NY is a goldmine for indie filmmakers (and how to snag that 40% tax credit!).🤖 How to use AI rig...
- Jul 22, 202641 min
Garrett Patten talks working with Matt Damon and his latest film with Adrian Grenier SELF CUSTODY
Send us Fan Mail THE Film Hustlers, sit down with actor, entrepreneur, and filmmaker Garrett Patton (TBK Productions) to talk about the reality of independent filmmaking. From a 15-year career in private equity to navigating union negotiations, tax credits, and the chaotic world of indie budgets, Garrett shares what it really takes to push the boulder up the hill. We dive into his upcoming projects, with Matt Damon on Start Without Me, producing alongside top talent like Lucy Hale and Josh Du...
- Jun 10, 202636 min
"No Tax Incentives, No Movie." 🎬 (The Hard Truth About Modern Film Budgets) and MUCH more!
Send us Fan Mail If you think filmmaking is just about a good script and a camera, think again. Today, you literally cannot get a movie financed without mastering the tax credit game. On this episode, the Film Hustlers talk about state incentives. We also tackle major shifts in the entertainment landscape: Why local stations axed Access Hollywood in favor of social media content, and how industry titan Barry Diller climbed out of the William Morris mailroom and invented the mode...
- May 26, 202636 min
Indie Filmmakers get the truth from Clay Epstein - PART 2
Send us Fan Mail Clay Epstein drops distributor secrets every young filmmaker must hear on Part 2 of The Film Hustlers Podcast — The budget sweet spot, making a commercial calling card. The added value you need for indie success, and the new Nancy Joan Epstein CSUN “New Voices” scholarship. Hit play if you dare. 🎬🔥 #FilmHustler #IndieFilm #Filmmaking #FilmDistribution #FilmSchool #FilmTips #NewVoices #FilmModeEnt
- May 19, 202628 min
The Truth About FILM Distribution with Film Mode Entertainment's Clay Epstein 🎬
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back, Film Hustlers! 🌍 If you’ve ever wondered if it’s actually worth raising a million bucks to make an independent movie, this is the one episode you cannot afford to miss. Veteran film distributor Clay Epstein (Founder of Film Mode Entertainment) pulls back the curtain on the harsh realities of the market, the myth of "gurus" telling you to believe in your dreams, and what it actually takes to sell your movie. Turn up the volume, hit that SUBSCR...
- May 12, 202640 min
Cable is still cashing in over $42 Billion!
Send us Fan Mail Over $42 Billion is still on the table. Claim it? The business is shifting, but the money hasn't disappeared— On this episode of Film Hustlers, we’re breaking down the cable movie - 15 days, 10 locations, and 8 or so characters. High-concept hooks lift eyebrows. Let's talk about a strategy to stay relevant. Key Highlights: The Outline is King: Why you should stop writing scripts and start perfecting the 21-page outline.The Cable Shift: How to make a $500k movie look like $5M.
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Filmmaker Mark Roberts (Meet Me Next Christmas, Strangers with Candy) and aspiring filmmaker Rod "Tuddy” Rinks discuss in detail how to navigate the treacherous world of filmmaking from pitching, financing, casting, securing rights, post-production, distribution etc. We cover it all!
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