Master Casters with Timothy Patrick - Indie Film Grit EP 055
By Timothy Patrick
Master Casters with Timothy Patrick - Indie Film Grit EP 055
SHOW NOTES:
Master Casters is my documentary film about the resin bootleg toy scene. It's now available to watch on Amazon Prime Video and other online platforms. In this episode I talk about making the film, submitting to film festivals, and getting it distributed online.
Watch Master Casters on Amazon prime...
Watch Master Casters on Vimeo On Demand...
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Special Thanks to: Master Casters @mastercasters_
Host: Timothy Patrick @indiefilmgrit
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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tags: filmmaking, documentary, suckadelic, resin toys, designer toys, master casters, sucklord, designercon
The Repossession with Jack Venturo - Indie Film Grit EP 054
By Timothy Patrick
The Repossession with Jack Venturo - Indie Film Grit EP 054
SHOW NOTES:
Jack Venturo is a talented indie filmmaker and a Jim Henson puppeteer. His new short film "The Repossession" is a Psychological Suspense/Drama and is now making its run at film festivals. We talk about how he made the film, AFM, crowdfunding, and what it's like working for The Jim Henson Company.
Special Thanks to: Jack Venturo venturoproductions.com
Host: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Jack Venturo: @JackVenturo
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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After We Leave with Aleem Hossain - Indie Film Grit EP 053
By Timothy Patrick
After We Leave with Aleem Hossain - Indie Film Grit EP 053
SHOW NOTES:
Aleem Hossain is the writer/director/producer of the new sci-fi indie feature "After We Leave", which won Best Feature Film at the London Sci-Fi Festival and recently finished it's theatrical run in Los Angeles. We talk about how he made the film, distribution, VFX, and how Bollywood influenced him as a filmmaker.
“After We Leave” is available for sale/rent on Amazon and Apple: http://bit.ly/awlAmazon http://bit.ly/awlAPPLE
Special Thanks to: Aleem Hossain @aleem
Host: Timothy Patrick Guest: Aleem Hossain
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Mommy’s Little Monster with Patrick Green - Indie Film Grit EP 052
By Timothy Patrick
Mommy’s Little Monster with Patrick Green - Indie Film Grit EP 052
SHOW NOTES:
Patrick Green returns for his third appearance on the Indie Film Grit podcast to talk about his new short film "Mommy's Little Monster". It's a psychological horror-thriller about a mother and son on the run from an abusive relationship. We talk about how he made the film, his strategy for film festivals, and a couple new projects he's working on.
Special Thanks to: Patrick Green @bypatrickgreen
Host: Timothy Patrick Guest: Patrick Green
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Rise of the Filmtrepreneur with Alex Ferrari - Indie Film Grit EP 051
By Timothy Patrick
Rise of the Filmtrepreneur with Alex Ferrari - Indie Film Grit EP 051
SHOW NOTES:
Alex Ferrari is back on the podcast to talk about his new book "Rise of the Filmtrepreneur" and his companion podcast "Filmtrepreneur Podcast". In this episode, he shares valuable insight to AFM, film distribution, and how indie filmmakers need to be business-minded if they are going to thrive as professional filmmakers. Check out his new podcast on iTunes as well as Indie Film Hustle and the Bulletproof Screenplay podcast. His book "Rise of the Filmtrepreneur" is now available at Barnes and Noble, Amazon, and on audio book.
Special Thanks to: Alex Ferrari @indiefilmhustle
Host: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Alex Ferrari
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Gatekeeper Animation with Christian Bautista - Indie Film Grit EP 050
By Timothy Patrick
Gatekeeper Animation with Christian Bautista - Indie Film Grit EP 050
SHOW NOTES:
Christian Bautista is the co-founder and chief business officer at Gatekeeper Animation. His company is located in the Philippines and they on projects all over the world. I spoke with Christian at AFM 2019 where we talked about the future of animation, visual effects, and VR and how he plans to bridge the gap between Hollywood and the Philippines with Gatekeeper Animation.
Special Thanks to: Christian Bautista GateVFX.com
Host: Timothy Patrick
Guest:Christian Bautista
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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AFM and Producing Indie Films with Franco Sama - Indie Film Grit EP 049
By Timothy Patrick
AFM and Producing Indie Films with Franco Sama - Indie Film Grit EP 049
SHOW NOTES:
Franco Sama is an indie film producer over 20 films under his belt, including “Guns, Girls and Gambling” starring Gary Oldman and Christian Slater. Franco has attended AFM seventeen years in a row and he shares great insight to the event and how it's changed over the years. We also talk about, what it takes from a business standpoint, to make indie films.
Special Thanks to: Franco Sama www.samacofilms.com
Host: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Franco Sama
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Power of Grayskull with Randall Lobb - Indie Film Grit EP 048
By Timothy Patrick
Power of Grayskull with Randall Lobb - Indie Film Grit EP 048
SHOW NOTES:
Randall Lobb is a writer/director/producer who's new documentary is "Power of Grayskull", the Definitive History of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. We talk about his unique approach to making documentaries, how he crowdfunded over $76,000 on Kickstarter, 1980's nostalgia, and his upcoming project involving "The Dark Crystal". Watch "Power of Grayskull" on DVD and Digital starting Aug 13th.
Special Thanks to: Randall Lobb @thelabcoatguy
Guest: Randall Lobb
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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tags: filmmaking, documentary, MOTU, 1980s, action figures
Bored in the USA with Mike Finazzo - Indie Film Grit EP 047
By Timothy Patrick
Bored in the USA with Mike Finazzo - Indie Film Grit EP 047
SHOW NOTES:
Mike Finazzo is an indie filmmaker who recently wrote and directed a feature film called "Bored in the USA" which he made for just $5000. The film follows the friendship of a bored housewife named Kelly and her British friend Chris, who is moving back to London. It's a character-driven film shot in black and white and it deals with what is, and what could've been. "Bored in the USA" is available now on Amazon Prime.
Special Thanks to: Mike Finazzo www.boredintheusafilm.com
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick @offtatum
Guest:Mike Finazzo
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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tags: filmmaking, screenwriting, feature film, black and white
The Last Whistle with Rob Smat - Indie Film Grit EP 046
By Timothy Patrick
The Last Whistle with Rob Smat - Indie Film Grit EP 046
SHOW NOTES:
Rob Smat is an indie filmmaker and USC film school grad who recently completed his first feature film "The Last Whistle". It's about a high school football coach who pushes his team to win even after an all-star player dies during practice of cardiac arrest. It's won several awards at film festivals including Best Actress and Best Feature film. It's set to release in select theaters and On Demand on June 28th.
Special Thanks to: Rob Smat @MadSmatter
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick @offtatum
Guest: Rob Smat
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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tags: filmmaking, screenwriting, producing, feature film, football
Pull Up LA with Owen Korb - Indie Film Grit EP 045
By Timothy Patrick
Pull Up LA with Owen Korb - Indie Film Grit EP 045
SHOW NOTES:
Owen Korb is an indie filmmaker in Los Angeles who recently completed his first feature film "Pull Up LA." It's a documentary about Los Angeles creatives using social media to meet up together in the city and explore their creative sides. It's won several awards at film festivals including Best Feature Documentary and Best Director. We talk about how he made the film, and how the meet up culture can be an inspiration to people of all walks of life.
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Owen Korb @pullup_la
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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tags: filmmaking, screenwriting, producing, feature film, documentary
The Highwaymen with John Fusco - Indie Film Grit EP 044
By Timothy Patrick
The Highwaymen with John Fusco - Indie Film Grit EP 044
SHOW NOTES:
John Fusco is a well known writer and producer of such films as "Young Guns", "Hidalgo", "Thunderheart" and his Netflix series "Marco Polo." His new film, "The Highwaymen" starring Kevin Costner and Woody Harrelson opens in select theaters March 15th and will be released worldwide on Netflix March 29th. The story follows two retired Texas rangers who were hired to hunt down the infamous Bonnie and Clyde.
Special Thanks to: John Fusco @JohnFusco12
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: John Fusco
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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tags: filmmaking, screenwriting, producing, feature film, netflix
Shooting For The Mob with Alex Ferrari - Indie Film Grit EP 043
By Timothy Patrick
Shooting For The Mob with Alex Ferrari - Indie Film Grit EP 043
SHOW NOTES:
Alex Ferrari is a writer, producer and director of films such as "This Is Meg" and "On the Corner of Ego and Desire." He is also the creator and host of the Indie Film Hustle podcast and the Bulletproof Screenplay podcast. Alex's mission is to share valuable information with indie filmmakers, drawing from his 25 years of experience in the industry. Recently he launched Indie Film Hustle TV, the Netflix for filmmakers. On top of that he wrote a book "Shooting For The Mob" based on true events in his early filmmaking career.
Special Thanks to: Alex Ferrari @IndieFilmHustle
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Alex Ferrari
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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On The Corner of Ego And Desire
tags: indie film, directing, author, filmmaking, interview, podcast
For Your Consideration with Patrick Green - Indie Film Grit EP 042
By Timothy Patrick
SHOW NOTES:
Patrick Green is a talented indie filmmaker whose new documentary, "For Your Consideration” is now screening at various film festivals. We discuss many aspects of documentary filmmaking such as story structure, animation, and fair use. Patrick is our first returning guest on the Indie Film Grit podcast and it's great to have him back to talk about his work.
Special Thanks to: Patrick Green @ByPatrickGreen
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Patrick Green
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, documentary, street art, plastic jesus, patrick green, podcast
Driver X with Mark Stolaroff - Indie Film Grit EP 041
By Timothy Patrick
Driver X with Mark Stolaroff - Indie Film Grit EP 040
SHOW NOTES:
Mark Stolaroff is an award winning producer who's been making indie films for many years and he is also the founder of No Budget Film School. His new feature film, Driver X, stars Patrick Fabian (Better Call Saul) and will be available in theaters and on demand November 30th. We talk about his approach to making indie films, crowdfunding, casting actors, and how to make the most of a film budget.
Special Thanks to: Mark Stolaroff @stolaroff
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Mark Stolaroff
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: production, producing, podcast, indie film, feature film
Rebel Without A Crew with Alejandro Montoya Marin - Indie Film Grit EP 040
By Timothy Patrick
Rebel Without A Crew with Alejandro Montoya Marin - Indie Film Grit EP 040
SHOW NOTES:
Alejandro Montoya Marin is a writer/director/producer who can be seen making his first feature film "Monday" on the El Rey Network's original series "Rebel Without A Crew." Along with four other indie filmmakers, he was selected by Robert Rodriguez to make a feature film in 14 days with only $7000 and no crew. We talk about his film, his experience on the show, and what it's like to make a film with such extreme limitations. The series premiere of "Rebel without a Crew" is Sunday November 18th on the El Rey Network.
Special Thanks to: Alejandro Montoya Marin @fourpoint5films
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Alejandro Montoya Marin
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Shoot from the Heart with Diane Bell - Indie Film Grit EP 039
By Timothy Patrick
Shoot from the Heart with Diane Bell - Indie Film Grit EP 039
SHOW NOTES:
Diane Bell is an award winning director and screenwriter who's first feature film "Obsoledia" premiered and won at The Sundance Film Festival. Her second film "The Bleeding Heart" starring Jessica Biel, debuted at The Tribecca Film Festival. We talk about how she her start as a screenwriter working for the director of Die Hard, and why it is so important to "Shoot from the Heart" which is the title of her live workshop and her book for indie filmmakers.
Special Thanks to: Diane Bell @dianebell1
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Diane Bell
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: screenwriting, indie film, directing, filmmaking, podcast
Feature Filmmaking with Matt Cruse - Indie Film Grit EP 038
By Timothy Patrick
Feature Filmmaking with Matt Cruse - Indie Film Grit EP 038
SHOW NOTES:
Matt Cruse is an indie filmmaker who recently wrote, produced and directed his first feature film "The Watcher Self", available now on Amazon. We talk about many aspects of filmmaking including scriptwriting, sound design, and how to use dialogue effectively. Matt shares his experiences working in television at the BBC and gives useful advice and insights for fellow indie filmmakers.
Special Thanks to: Matt Cruse @mattcruse @thewatcherself
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Matt Cruse
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, feature film, directing, writing, producing, podcast
Scriptation with Steve Vitolo - Indie Film Grit EP 037
By Timothy Patrick
Scriptation with Steve Vitolo - Indie Film Grit EP 037
SHOW NOTES:
Steve Vitolo is the CEO and founder of Scriptation, a script annotation app designed specifically for film and TV production. We talk about how he made his way through the industry as a writer's assistant, script coodinator, and TV writer on such shows as Black-ish, Crowded, and Hot in Cleveland. Steve shares his experience with the writers' room, working in TV, and how he came up with the idea for his game-changing app, Scriptation.
Special Thanks to: Steve Vitolo @scriptationapp
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Steve Vitolo
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, TV, scriptwriting, app, interviews, film production
Writer Director & Stuntwoman: Killarney Traynor - Indie Film Grit EP 036
By Timothy Patrick
Writer Director & Stuntwoman: Killarney Traynor - Indie Film Grit EP 036
SHOW NOTES:
Joining me today is Killarney Traynor, an indie filmmaker from New Hampshire. She is an experienced actor, writer, director, and stuntwoman. Her new feature film "Michael Lawrence" is a detective mystery that will soon be available on Amazon Prime. We talk about her experiences acting, writing screenplays, directing films and what it's like to perform stunts on camera. And we also talk about how old westerns influenced her as a filmmaker.
Special Thanks to: Killarney Traynor @KillarneyTray www.Killarneytraynor.com
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Killarney Traynor
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, Stunts, directing, acting, interviews, film production
Hitchcock and the Art of Suspense with Jeffrey Michael Bays - Indie Film Grit EP 034
By Timothy Patrick
Hitchcock and the Art of Suspense with Jeffrey Michael Bays - Indie Film Grit EP 034
SHOW NOTES:
Jeffrey Michael Bays, also known as "The Hitchcock Whisperer", joins us for an interesting conversation about Alfred Hitchcock and indie filmmaking. Jeffrey is an indie filmmaker and also the author of such books as "Between The Scenes", "How To Turn Your Boring Movie Into a Hitchcock Thriller", and his latest "Suspense with a Camera". We talk about his filmmaking journey, his web series "Hitch20", his feature film "Offing David", and all things related to Hitchcock.
Special Thanks to: Jeffrey Michael Bays: @BorgusFilm
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Jeffrey Michael Bays
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, production, Hitchcock, filmmaking, interviews, podcast
Indie Filmmaking with Sam Hoggarth - Indie Film Grit EP 033
By Timothy Patrick
Indie Filmmaking with Sam Hoggarth - Indie Film Grit EP 033
SHOW NOTES:
I'm joined by indie filmmaker Sam Hoggarth to talk about his latest short film "Envy". Sam shares stories about the making of the film and what inspired him to tell such a dark tale. "Envy" has won many awards at film festivals including: Best Director, Best Writing, Best Actress, and Best Narrative Short. After it's festival run, "Envy" will be released online October 31st, 2018.
Special Thanks to: Sam Hoggarth: @Sam_D_Hoggarth
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Sam Hoggarth
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Norwich University of the Arts
Tags: indie film, production, screenwriting, filmmaking, interviews, podcast
The Never-Ending Story of Tami Stronach - Indie Film Grit EP 032
By Timothy Patrick
The Never-Ending Story of Tami Stronach - Indie Film Grit EP 032
SHOW NOTES:
I have a great conversation with actress Tami Stronach who played the Childlike Empress in The Never-Ending Story. Tami is an actress, dancer, and she produces family entertainment content at The Paper Canoe Company. We talk about her journey and Tami shares some of her experiences making The Never-Ending Story.
Special Thanks to: Tami Stronach: @neverendingtami
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Tami Stronach
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, filmmaking, acting, dance, interview, podcast
Head of Crowdfunding at Seed & Spark, Gerry Maravilla - Indie Film Grit EP 031
By Timothy Patrick
Head of Crowdfunding at Seed & Spark, Gerry Maravilla - Indie Film Grit EP 031
SHOW NOTES:
In this episode, I talk with Head of Crowdfunding at Seed & Spark, Gerry Maravilla. He shares valuable info about crowdfunding as well as his own filmmaking journey. We talk about his role at Seed & Spark, the benefits of building an audience, his short film "Cross", and we even talk about pupusas.
Special Thanks to: Gerry Maravilla: @gerrymaravilla
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Gerry Maravilla
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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LINKS:
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia
Tags: indie film, filmmaking, seed & spark, film distribution, film distribution, podcast
FilmHub with Klaus Badelt - Indie Film Grit EP 030
By Timothy Patrick
FilmHub with Klaus Badelt - Indie Film Grit EP 030
SHOW NOTES:
In this episode, I have an amazing conversation with Klaus Badelt. He is well known in the film industry as a successful musical composer who has created the scores for hollywood films like "Pirates of the Caribbean", "Gladiator", and "The Time Machine." Klaus has also created an exciting new way for filmmakers to distribute their films worldwide with Filmhub. It's easy, it's free, and it's a game changer for indie filmmakers.
Special Thanks to: Klaus Badelt: @filmhubhq
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Klaus Badelt
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Character Driven Filmmaking with David Volino & Victoria Ratermanis - Indie Film Grit EP 029
By Timothy Patrick
Character Driven Filmmaking with David Volino & Victoria Ratermanis - Indie Film Grit EP 029
SHOW NOTES:
In this episode, I talk with two indie filmmakers from New York, David Joseph Volino & Victoria Ratermanis. We talk about their new short film, "The Rose Garden" which is an engaging character-driven film co-starring David and Victoria. It has proven to be a festival favorite, winning many awards including Best Actress, Best Actor, and the Audience Choice Award.
Special Thanks to: David Joseph Volino: @DavidJVolino
& Victoria Ratermanis: victoriaratermanis.com
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guests: David Joseph Volino & Victoria Ratermanis
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, filmmaking, acting, film festivals, New York
Making "Shadows In The Mind" with Mark Schwab - Indie Film Grit EP 028
By Timothy Patrick
Making "Shadows In Mind" with Mark Schwab - Indie Film Grit EP 028
SHOW NOTES:
In this episode, I talk with producer/writer/director Mark Schwab. We talk about his new feature film, "Shadows In Mind" which is a captivating LGBT thriller. Mark shares insight into indie filmmaking, what its like working with a talented cinematographer, and how his approach to making films has evolved over time.
Special Thanks to: Mark Schwab: @DITRFilms
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Mark Schwab
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, production, filmmaking, interviews, podcast
Indie Filmmaking with Alexia Anastasio - Indie Film Grit EP 027
By Timothy Patrick
Indie Filmmaking with Alexia Anastasio - Indie Film Grit EP 027
SHOW NOTES:
In this episode, I talk with producer/director/writer/editor Alexia Anastasio. We talk about her documentary films, including "Adventures in Plymptoons!" and "Beyond The Noise." And we also discuss how Transcendental Meditation can be a powerful tool for the indie filmmaker.
Special Thanks to: Alexia Anastasio: @alexiaanastasio
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Alexia Anastasio
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, documentary, transcendental meditation, animation, podcast
What is Crowdsourcing? with Richard "RB" Botto - Indie Film Grit EP 026
By Timothy Patrick
What is Crowdsourcing? with Richard "RB" Botto - Indie Film Grit EP 026
SHOW NOTES:
In this episode, I have a great conversation with producer/actor/screenwriter Richard "RB" Botto. He is the founder and CEO of Stage 32 and author of "Crowdsourcing for Filmmakers". We talk about the importance of understanding both the business side and the creative side of making films. And RB explains why crowdsourcing is crucial to the success of your film.
Special Thanks to: Richard "RB" Botto: @RBwalksintoabar
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Richard "RB" Botto
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, distribution, crowdsourcing, social media, crowdfunding, podcast
3D Animation with Roger An - Indie Film Grit EP 025
By Timothy Patrick
3D Animation with Roger An - Indie Film Grit EP 025
SHOW NOTES:
In this episode, I talk with indie filmmaker and 3D animator, Roger An. We talk about his new short film, Alpha Fish, which combines live action with 3D animated characters. Alpha Fish's world premiere is January 31, 2018 at the NY Indie Theatre Film Festival. www.alphafish.tv
Special Thanks to Roger An: @RogerAn3D
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Roger An
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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LINKS:
New York Indie Theater Film Festival
Tags: indie film, 3D animation, film festivals, VFX, independent film, podcast
Feature Filmmaking with Bryce Hirschberg - Indie Film Grit EP 024
By Timothy Patrick
Feature Filmmaking with Bryce Hirschberg - Indie Film Grit EP 024
SHOW NOTES:
In this episode, I talk with indie filmmaker Bryce Hirschberg. We talk about the many hats he wore while making his feature film, Counterfeiters. His film has won many awards at multiple film festivals all over the world, including Best Feature and Best Actor.
Special Thanks to Bryce Hirschberg: @BryceHirschberg
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Bryce Hirschberg
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Counterfeiters
Grainy Day Productions
Tags: indie film, feature film, film festivals, film school, independent film, podcast
Guerrilla Filmmaking with Patrick Green - Indie Film Grit EP 023
By Timothy Patrick
Guerrilla Filmmaking with Patrick Green - Indie Film Grit EP 023
SHOW NOTES:
In this episode, I talk with writer/director Patrick Green. We discuss the pros and cons of guerrilla filmmaking and his short film, TAG, about a graffitti artist in Los Angeles. TAG was officially selected at over two dozen film festivals around the world and is now available on Vimeo.
Special Thanks to Patrick Green: @ByPatrickGreen
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Patrick Green
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, POV, graffiti, podcast, film school, casting, film festivals, filmmaker
Documenting Lady Gaga with Kim Ray - Indie Film Grit EP 022
By Timothy Patrick
Documenting Lady Gaga with Kim Ray - Indie Film Grit EP 022
SHOW NOTES:
In this episode, I'm joined by producer/writer/director Kim Ray. Her recent documentary Gaga: Five Foot Two, follows music icon Lady Gaga and climaxes with a Super Bowl half-time performance. The film premiered at the 2017 Toronto International Film Festival and was then released worldwide on Netflix. Kim shares insight about attending USC film school, working in reality television, and also her passion for Sci-Fi Action films.
Special Thanks to Kim Ray: @kimray
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Kim Ray
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, production, lady gaga, podcast, documentary, film school, netflix
The Redeeming with Brian Barnes - Indie Film Grit EP 021
By Timothy Patrick
The Redeeming with Brian Barnes - Indie Film Grit EP 021
SHOW NOTES:
In this episode, I talk with director Brian Barnes who's been making indie films since 1987. The Redeeming is his new feature film and it world premieres at the Horror-On-Sea film festival January 28, 2018. We talk about film school, corporate videos, directing live television, film festivals, and how he made his first feature film for next to nothing. Check out Brian's video course Succeeding In Corporate Videos and use promo code IFG30 to save 30% on your order.
Special Thanks to Brian Barnes: The Redeeming
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Brian Barnes
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, production, filmmaking, podcast, horror film, film school, film distribution
Indie Filmmaking with Jed Brian - Indie Film Grit EP 020
By Timothy Patrick
Indie Filmmaking with Jed Brian - Indie Film Grit EP 020
SHOW NOTES:
In this episode, I talk with indie filmmaker Jed Brian, the writer/producer/director of the feature-length horror film, Unlisted Owner. We talk about his experience getting a distribution deal at The American Film Market (AFM), as well as the success of his film on Amazon.
Special Thanks to Jed Brian: unlistedowner.com
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Jed Brian
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, production, filmmaking, interviews, podcast, horror film, screenwriting
Editing and VFX with Jeremy Wanek - Indie Film Grit EP 019
By Timothy Patrick
Editing and VFX with Jeremy Wanek - Indie Film Grit EP 019
SHOW NOTES:
In this episode I have an insightful conversation with Jeremy Wanek. He's a busy man, working not only in VFX but also as an editor. We talk about his filmmaking journey and dive deep into film editing and Visual effects.
Special Thanks to Jeremy Wanek: jeremywanek.com
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Jeremy Wanek
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie filmmaking, editing, VFX, visual effects, podcast, interview
Feature Filmmaking with Joe Badon - Indie Film Grit EP 018
By Timothy Patrick
Feature Filmmaking with Joe Badon - Indie Film Grit EP 018
SHOW NOTES:
In this episode I talk with Joe Badon, the writer/producer/director of a new feature film called The God Inside My Ear. Joe shares his approach to indie filmmaking as well as his experience working in the biz as a storyboard artist.
Special Thanks to Joe Badon: The God Inside My Ear
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Joe Badon
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie filmmaking, scriptwriting, storyboards, podcast, interview, feature film
Recursion Theorem with Ben Sledge and Dan Franko - Indie Film Grit EP 017
By Timothy Patrick
Recursion Theorem with Ben Sledge and Dan Franko - Indie Film Grit EP 017
SHOW NOTES:
In this episode, I talk with writer/director Ben Sledge and award-winning actor Dan Franko about their new film, The Recursion Theorem. It's a sci-fi noir short with influences ranging from The Twilight Zone and Greek Mythology to the classic arcade game Asteroids. Ben and Dan share insights to locations, acting, storytelling, and how to buy a dead bird.
Special Thanks to Ben Sledge and Dan Franko: www.recursiontheorem.com
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guests: Ben Sledge and Dan Franko
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Easy Living: A Feature Film with Adam Keleman - Indie Film Grit EP 016
By Timothy Patrick
Easy Living: A Feature Film with Adam Keleman - Indie Film Grit EP 016
SHOW NOTES:
Adam Keleman wrote, produced, and directed Easy Living, a new feature film that premiered at SXSW Film Festival this year. He talks about the differences between making short films and a feature-length film. We also talk about how to go about getting your film accepted into film festivals.
Special thanks to Adam Keleman: www.easylivingfilm.com
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guests: Adam Keleman
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, production, filmmaking, interviews, podcast, feature film, screenwriting
Joshua: A Short Film with Jason Krieger & Cooper Griggs - Indie Film Grit EP 015
By Timothy Patrick
Joshua: A Short Film with Jason Krieger & Cooper Griggs - Indie Film Grit EP 015
SHOW NOTES:
In this episode I talk with the creators of Joshua, a new short film by writer Jason Krieger and director Cooper Griggs. It recently screened at the Marina Del Rey Film Festival and won an award at the Global Shorts Film Festival. Jason and Cooper share insights to the filmmaking process from casting to creating an original film score.
Special thanks to Jason Krieger and Cooper Griggs: www.joshuathefilm.com
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guests: Jason Krieger & Cooper Griggs
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, production, filmmaking, interviews, podcast, short film, screenwriting
Toy Lords of Chinatown with The Sucklord - Indie Film Grit EP 014
By Timothy Patrick
Toy Lords of Chinatown with The Sucklord - Indie Film Grit EP 014
SHOW NOTES:
The Sucklord is a New York pop artist, a reality TV show contestant, and an indie filmmaker. In this episode, we talk about Toy Lords of Chinatown, his independently produced series on youtube. It takes place in an analog future where super-villains wage war in Chinatown, NY. The Sucklord shares stories about his guerrilla filmmaking process and how he developed concepts for his characters and storyline.
Special Thanks to The Sucklord: www.patreon.com/thesucklord
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Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: The Sucklord
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, production, filmmaking, interviews, podcast, suckadelic, sucklord
Marcus Scott & Heath Hetherington of OBD Films- Indie Film Grit EP 013
By Timothy Patrick
Marcus Scott & Heath Hetherington of OBD Films- Indie Film Grit EP 013
SHOW NOTES:
In this episode, I talk with indie filmmakers Marcus Scott and Heath Hetherington of OBD films. We talk about their new feature film Recovery which is available on Vimeo on Demand Oct. 13th. We also touch on casting, locations, film scores, and what they learned from making their first film.
Special Thanks to OBD Films: obdfilms.com
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Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guests: Marcus Scott, Heath Hetherington
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
Tags: indie film, production, filmmaking, interviews, podcast, feature film, festivals
10 Tips for Documentary Interviews with Timothy Patrick - Indie Film Grit EP 012
By Timothy Patrick
10 Tips for Documentary Interviews with Timothy Patrick - Indie Film Grit EP 012
SHOW NOTES:
As a documentary filmmaker and a video producer, I have interviewed hundreds of people over the last 10 years. Whether I'm interviewing a rock star, a business owner, a stand up comedian, or a social activist, the process is pretty much the same. So I thought I'd share with you 10 Tips for Documentary Interviews.
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Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
Tags: indie film, production, filmmaking, interviews, podcast
New York Times Bestselling Author & Screenwriter: John Gilstrap - Indie Film Grit EP 011
By Timothy Patrick
New York Times Bestselling Author & Screenwriter: John Gilstrap - Indie Film Grit EP 011
SHOW NOTES:
John Gilstrap is the New York Times bestselling author of the Jonathan Grave thriller series and other fiction and nonfiction books. John has written multiple screenplays for Hollywood, adapting the works of Nelson DeMille, Norman MacLean and Thomas Harris. He’s also contracted to write and co-produce the film adaptation of his book, Six Minutes to Freedom.
Special Thanks to John Gilstrap: www.johngilstrap.com
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Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: John Gilstrap
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, books, podcast, filmmaking, cinema, screenwriting, novels
Acting for TV and Film with Sherman Allen - Indie Film Grit EP 010
By Timothy Patrick
Acting for TV and Film with Sherman Allen - Indie Film Grit EP 010
SHOW NOTES:
Sherman Allen has been acting in TV and Film since he got his SAG card in 1983, and he's been playing rock n' roll guitar even longer. We talk about his roles on Better Call Saul, Longmire, and his character in the upcoming film Soldado, the next chapter of the Oscar-nominated film Sicario.
Special Thanks to Sherman Allen: @dobroallen
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Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Sherman Allen
Theme Music: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, acting, TV, podcast, filmmaking, cable, auditioning, scriptwriting
5 Great Books About Filmmaking with Timothy Patrick - Indie Film Grit EP 009
By Timothy Patrick
5 Great Books About Filmmaking with Timothy Patrick - Indie Film Grit EP 009
SHOW NOTES:
Books can be a powerful ally when it comes to making indie films. In this episode, I focus on 5 great Films About Filmmaking. I enjoy reading these 5 books and I would recommend them to anyone interested in making movies. Books! Check 'em out!
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Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Theme Music By: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, books, podcast, filmmaking, cinema
Indie Filmmaking with Cory Baker - Indie Film Grit EP 008
By Timothy Patrick
Indie Filmmaking with Cory Baker - Indie Film Grit EP 008
SHOW NOTES:
Cory Baker is an indie filmmaker and host of "O" The Anthem Podcast. Originally from Baltimore, Cory recently made the move to Los Angeles to pursue a life in filmmaking. He talks about his screenplays, projects he's worked on, and shares his love for Bull Durham.
Special Thanks to Cory Baker: www.otheanthem.com
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Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Cory Baker
Theme Music By: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, production, film screenwriting, filmmaking, baseball, interviews, podcast
CEO and Co-Founder of IndieVue, Sanjay Burman - Indie Film Grit EP 007
By Timothy Patrick
CEO and Co-Founder of IndieVue, Sanjay Burman - Indie Film Grit EP 007
SHOW NOTES:
Sanjay Burman is the CEO and Co-founder of IndieVue.com Sanjay talks about why he created Indievue as a new distribution platform for indie filmmakers. He also shares stories about film school and how he made his mark on Hollywood at a young age.
Special Thanks to Sanjay Burman: www.IndieVue.com
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Sanjay Burman
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, production, film distribution, filmmaking, VOD, interviews, podcast, indievue
Composing Music for Indie Films with Dom Aiken - Indie Film Grit EP 006
By Timothy Patrick
Composing Music for Indie Films with Dom Aiken - Indie Film Grit EP 006
SHOW NOTES:
Dom Aiken is a composer and winner of 3 Global Music Awards, one for composition, one for album, and one for creativity. He shares insightful stories about scoring indie films and talks about how to choose the right school for learning music composition.
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Dom Aiken
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
Special Thanks to Dom Aiken: www.domaikenmusic.com
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Tags: indie film, production, music, composition, film score, filmmaking, interviews, podcast
Set Building for TV and Film with Will Reynolds - Indie Film Grit EP 005
By Timothy Patrick
Set Building for TV and Film with Will Reynolds - Indie Film Grit EP 005
SHOW NOTES:
Will Reynolds is a carpenter and propmaker who currently works in TV and Film. His work can be seen on shows like Car Warriors and MasterChef with Gordon Ramsay. We talk about his journey and how he acquired his woodworking skills. And Will explains how his love for film brought him to film school and ultimately all the way to Hollywood.
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Guest: Will Reynolds
Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, set building, carpentry, interviews, art department, podcast, TV
5 Great Films About Filmmaking with Timothy Patrick - Indie Film Grit EP 004
By Timothy Patrick
5 Great Films About Filmmaking with Timothy Patrick - Indie Film Grit EP 004
SHOW NOTES:
Throughout the history of cinema, audiences have found the process of filmmaking to be a fascinating subject. Seeing the “behind the scenes” workings of Hollywood is a special treat and for indie filmmakers it can provide real insight. In this episode, I focus on 5 great Films About Filmmaking. This is in no way a definitive list, but rather a list of films I chose to talk about that have influenced me and are related to filmmaking.
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Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Theme Music: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, filmmaking, movies, hollywood, documentary
The Life of a Cult Film Star with Bill Allen - Indie Film Grit EP 003
By Timothy Patrick
The Life of a Cult Film Star with Bill Allen - Indie Film Grit EP 003
SHOW NOTES:
Bill Allen has been acting in film and TV since he was a teenager. With over 30 years of experience in Hollywood, he can been seen in everything from Family Ties to Breaking Bad. Bill is best known for playing Cru Jones, the lead character in the 1986 cult movie classic RAD.
Bill talks about living in Hollywood during the 1980s, working with Indie Filmmakers, tips for young actors, and what it's like to be a cult hero. We also talk about his best selling book, My RAD Career which is a memoir about coming up in the film industry with his actor friends Brandon Bruce Lee, Lou Diamond Phillips, George Clooney, and Brad Pitt.
Special Thanks to Bill Allen: http://myradcareer.com/
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Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Bill Allen
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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MY RAD CAREER
Audio for Indie Films with Taiwo Heard - Indie Film Grit EP 002
By Timothy Patrick
Audio for Indie Films with Taiwo Heard - Indie Film Grit EP 002
SHOW NOTES:
Taiwo Heard has been doing sound for Indie Films for over a decade. He works in production sound and post sound as well as other audio jobs. It was a pleasure to have him on the Indie Film Grit podcast to share his insights with us.
We talked about steps you can take to improve the overall quality of the audio. Taiwo says something as simple as closing a window shows that you've given some thought to the the sound design and the environment youre recording in. He describes different audio set-ups, the emotional impact of sound, the elusive foley pit, and his passion for sound design.
Special Thanks to Taiwo Heard: Twitter @taiheard www.taiwoheard.com
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Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Guest: Taiwo Heard
Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber
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Tags: indie film, production sound, audio gear, interviews, audio production
Introduction Episode with Timothy Patrick - Indie Film Grit EP 001
By Timothy Patrick
Introduction Episode with Timothy Patrick - Indie Film Grit EP 001
SHOW NOTES:
In this first episode, I wanted to introduce myself to everyone out there listening to the Indie Film Grit podcast. I talk a little about some of the short films I've made, what I learned in college, the moment I knew I wanted to be a filmmaker, and my experiences with film festivals. Over the years, I have realized that being an Indie Filmmaker isn't easy and to succeed you gotta have the grit. Enjoy the episode and check out all our insightful episodes of Indie Film Grit.
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Hosted by: Timothy Patrick
Driver X with Mark Stolaroff - Indie Film Grit EP 041
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