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Discussion Question Becoming a Film Director in the USA in 2025 – The Honest Reality
A lot of people still ask whether becoming a director in the United States is realistic in 2025. The short answer is yes, but the long answer is that the rules have completely changed. The traditional path of film school → assistant → studio feature is no longer the norm. It still exists, but... -
Open North America Beyond the Netflix Dream: How to Monetize Your Indie Film in 2026
Everyone dreams of a major streaming deal, but the truth is, algorithms often bury indie projects alive. From my experience, hybrid distribution is the only way to stay afloat in 2026. Don't wait for a "big fish" to save you. Build your own tribe, leverage niche platforms, and master...- Michael
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Open North America Why AI Won’t Kill Filmmaking (If You’re Smart) – A 2026 Survival Guide
Hey everyone! Let’s be real: a year ago, I thought AI was just a toy for lazy creators. But I’ve realized that as an indie filmmaker, if you don’t embrace automation in 2026, you’re just going to get left behind. I’m not talking about letting a bot write your heart out-keep the storytelling...- Michael
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Europe Market Berlinale 2026: Is the EFM Badge actually worth the crazy money?
Let’s be real for a second: do we actually need to be in Berlin from Feb 12-18? I’m looking at the hotel prices and I’m about to cry. Do the big deals really happen inside Gropius Bau, or is it just expensive coffee in the cold? For those who’ve been: did it ever lead to a real sale or...- Michael
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