Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget Filmmaking

Mar 10 2025 246 ep. 54 mins 850
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Each week, filmmaker Noam Kroll shares valuable insight into the world of micro-budget filmmaking, geared towards true DIY filmmakers looking to get out there and create their own films.

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Using WeFunder To Finance A Debut Feature Film With Filmmaker Vivian Kerr

Mar 10 2025 64 mins  
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Vivian Kerr to discuss her journey from acting to directing and how she successfully brought her first two feature films to life without traditional industry connections. Vivian's debut feature, Scrap - a family dramedy starring herself alongside Anthony Rapp (Rent, Star Trek Discovery) - completed a two-year festival run spanning 43 festiv

How To Shoot A 7 Day Feature Film With Filmmaker Ethan Hegel

Feb 27 2025 50 mins  
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Ethan Hegel, who recently made his feature directorial debut with Purgatory Station after years of honing his craft behind the camera. Throughout the interview, Ethan shares his unique path to serving as director, DP, editor, and colorist on multiple feature films. Topics covered include:The importance of having a supportive network that en

Building A New Production Model With Matt Cohen & Sean Thomas Flanagan

Feb 18 2025 51 mins  
In this episode, I am joined by actor/director Matt Cohen (Supernatural, General Hospital, Entertainment Tonight) and producer Sean Flanagan to discuss their innovative approach to making films in today's changing landscape.Throughout our conversation, we explore their upcoming feature Exes and animated series Public Domain, while unpacking their unique production model built on re

Cutting The A24 Sundance Feature OPUS & Finding Career Success With Editor Ernie Gilbert

Feb 05 2025 69 mins  
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Ernie Gilbert to discuss his work on A24's upcoming horror-thriller-comedy OPUS, which recently premiered at Sundance. Throughout our discussion, we explore Ernie’s creative process, his work in commercials & music videos, career building, and more. Topics covered include:The benefits of bringing editors on early in pre-productionEdit

Making A $10,000 Feature Film Documentary With Director Rob Smat

Jan 30 2025 50 mins  
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Rob Smat who shares his experience transitioning from the $100,000 feature film The Last Whistle to a $10,000 documentary Walkout, and the valuable lessons learned along the way.Throughout our discussion, we explore the realities of micro-budget filmmaking and distribution through the lens of both projects. Topics covered include:• How sc

Stephania Dulowski on Editing BUNNYLOVR & Premiering At Sundance 2025

Jan 23 2025 53 mins  
In this episode, I am joined by film editor Stephania Dulowski to discuss her work on the Sundance dramatic competition feature film Bunny Lover. We dive deep into her editorial process and explore the tactics she used to pull off an amazing edit in record time.Topics covered include:Completing a first cut in just one monthNavigating test screenings and filmmaker feedbackThe import

Behind The Scenes With Samantha Scaffidi On The Terrifier Franchise, Her New Short Film & More!

Jan 15 2025 63 mins  
In this episode, I am thrilled to be joined by actor and filmmaker Samantha Scaffidi, known for her role in the massively successful Terrifier franchise, and her upcoming short film Open Your Eyes.Thought the episode, Samantha offers a unique perspective on independent filmmaking from both sides of the camera. We unpack how the Terrifier films evolved from a $30,000 micro-budget ho

Misha Calvert & Raye Spielberg On Making Their Powerful Short Film PINK FLAGS

Dec 27 2024 47 mins  
In this episode, I am joined by director Misha Calvert and actor Raye Spielberg to unpack their latest short film PINK FLAGS - a figure skating drama that stars both Raye and her husband Sawyer Spielberg.Throughout our discussion, we dive into the collaborative process at length, with special emphasis on the merits of working with close friends and family. Topics covered include:Mi

From Improv Comedy to Horror Movies: An Interview With Filmmaker Shannon E. Brown

Dec 10 2024 39 mins  
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Shannon E. Brown, here to discuss her latest short film Overnights - inspired by her real life experience in the veterinary industry, and the burnout that it caused.Shannon combined her background in the veterinary world, improv comedy, and horror sensibilities to create a deeply personal, uniquely stylized short film. Throughout the interv

Making 2 Features At Age 50 With Filmmaker Kim Noonan

Nov 15 2024 46 mins  
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Kim Noonan, who made his feature directorial debut at age 50 with two horror films - proving you can take your career to the next level at any age.After years of making award-winning short films, Kim transitioned to features with the found-footage horror film Nyctophobia and followed it up with the supernatural thriller Are You There? which