Indie Filmmaking: Truth & Reality : It’s All About the Audience
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In this episode, Jeff Deverett reminds indie filmmakers that the most important part of filmmaking isn’t the festivals, streamers, or distributors — it’s the audience. He talks honestly about how rejection is a normal part of the business, whether it’s from distributors ghosting your emails or festivals passing on your film. But none of that means your film doesn’t have value. What really matters is getting it in front of people who will watch and enjoy it.
Jeff shares why filmmakers need to think beyond the traditional gatekeepers and learn how to market directly to their audience. He explains how platforms don’t actually “own” viewers — and how filmmakers can still build their own path to connect with fans. This episode is a practical, encouraging look at taking control of your film’s destiny and finding the people who truly want to see your work.
Jeff shares why filmmakers need to think beyond the traditional gatekeepers and learn how to market directly to their audience. He explains how platforms don’t actually “own” viewers — and how filmmakers can still build their own path to connect with fans. This episode is a practical, encouraging look at taking control of your film’s destiny and finding the people who truly want to see your work.
Indie Filmmaking: Truth & Reality
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.
Have a question for Jeff?
jdeverett@deverettmedia.com
From Straw Hut Media
Have a question for Jeff?
jdeverett@deverettmedia.com
From Straw Hut Media
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