Publisher's Synopsis
10 Films is an ode to all the wonderful filmmakers who began their illustrious careers shooting home movies, no-budget shorts with their friends, and really bad independent films. With the advancement of technology and the ability to easily create films off your phone or tablet, the opportunities are just about limitless. This book is aimed at all those creatives who have dreamed of producing films but may not be able to invest the full-time focus or financial resources to attend film school.
Produce ten independent films, from a three-to-five-minute short, up to a full-length feature film!
10 Films, focuses on the business side of filmmaking: from the dreaded fundraising to producing, marketing, and distribution. This book lays out the fundamentals of film producing from the creative approach to finding the right story, cast & crew, film locations and screening venues.
10 Films, emphasizes the importance of forming your own production company and creating an LLC. You will learn how to find foundational investors, financially plan each project, plan for an ROI for your investors, and how to use marketing and merchandise to get your films in the black so you can produce more. Perhaps you will be the next great producer, director, or writer to make a difference in the film world! See you at the movies!
