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Discover the secrets to funding and creating successful indie films with The Art of Film Funding Podcast. Join Carole Dean, President of From the Heart Productions and author of The Art of Film Funding, and Heather Lenz, director of the award-winning documentary Kusama-Infinity, as they chat with top film industry pros. Get practical insider tips on crowdfunding, pitching, saving on budgets, mark... more

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Recent Guests

Ondi Timoner
Award-winning filmmaker known for exploring themes of personal struggle and resilience
Interloper Films
Episode: ALL THE WALLS CAME: Ondi Timoner on Creating Transformative Films - Hosted by Heather Lenz
Spade Robinson
Award-winning screenwriter, director, and producer
Spade Ink Media, Atlanta Film Project
Episode: From Script to Screen to Strategy: Spade Robinson on the New Era of Filmmaking
Bri Castellini
Crowdfunding expert and independent film consultant
Seed&Spark
Episode: What Everyone Gets Wrong About Crowdfunding — with Bri Castellini
Paul Chitlik
Screenwriter and educator, Author of The Screenwriting Sensei
Episode: From Twilight Zone to Today: Paul Chitlik on the Art of Screenwriting
Jeremy Workman
Award-winning documentary filmmaker, known for his Emmy-nominated and Oscar-shortlisted films
Episode: Award winning filmmaker Jeremy Workman discusses his successful indie release of SECRET MALL APARTMENT - Hosted by Heather Lenz
Elliot Kirschner
New York Times bestselling author and an Emmy Award-winning news and documentary producer
Science Communication Lab
Episode: Award winning filmmakers Elliot Kirschner & Heather Kinlaw Lofthouse discuss their documentary The Last Class featuring Robert Reich teaching about income inequality - Hosted by Heather Lenz
Heather Kinlaw Lofthouse
Executive director of Inequality Media and founder of Coffee Klatch Productions
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Episode: Award winning filmmakers Elliot Kirschner & Heather Kinlaw Lofthouse discuss their documentary The Last Class featuring Robert Reich teaching about income inequality - Hosted by Heather Lenz
Carole Joyce
Vice President of From the Heart Productions and award-winning filmmaker
From the Heart Productions
Episode: You are the Magic: Film Funding with help from the Quantum Field
Xackery Irving
New York-based director and producer focused on stories unfolding in times of crisis.
Episode: Brace for Oblivion: Filmmaking on the Frontlines with Xackery Irving

Hosts

Carole Dean
Co-host and President of From the Heart Productions; author of The Art of Film Funding. An experienced film industry professional, known for her insights into film funding and as a resource for independent filmmakers.
Claire Papin
Co-host and writer-producer with experience in film production and storytelling. Her work contributes to the creative direction within the podcast's discussions on indie film.
Heather Lenz
Co-host and filmmaker known for directing Kusama-Infinity. She provides valuable perspectives on filmmaking and the challenges faced in the creative process.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Sound issue

    Thanks for your efforts. But seriously how we can understand what you are saying through this podcast. The sound quality is awful.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ezzatziad
    Canada3 years ago
  • A heart-centered gem

    Every episode offers practical information or useful insights from guests, and authentic, heart-centered encouragement and interest from the hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Joy Jones
    United States4 years ago
  • Thankful

    This podcast helped me find the resources to fund my first short film. I’m so thankful I found it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jazzeejeff
    United States6 years ago

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ALL THE WALLS CAME: Ondi Timoner on Creating Transformative Films - Hosted by Heather Lenz
Q: What did you learn about the Altadena community through the process of making the film that you hadn't fully understood before?
She learned how much the community loved their town and the historical context of their diverse backgrounds and struggles.
ALL THE WALLS CAME: Ondi Timoner on Creating Transformative Films - Hosted by Heather Lenz
Q: What was it like to record not only your neighbors and community, but also yourself and your family as you processed your loss?
Timoner reflects on how filming during traumatic times can offer healing perspectives, drawing parallels from her previous film about her father's life.
From Script to Screen to Strategy: Spade Robinson on the New Era of Filmmaking
Q: What does it really mean to develop a market-ready screenplay in today's competitive landscape?
It involves understanding character journeys, creating compelling narratives, and knowing how to structure a script to meet industry expectations for viability.
From Script to Screen to Strategy: Spade Robinson on the New Era of Filmmaking
Q: What are the biggest mistakes you see new screenwriters make when they're trying to sell their story?
The biggest mistake is not having priorities and understanding what they want to achieve with their screenplay, which affects all creative decisions made.
What Everyone Gets Wrong About Crowdfunding — with Bri Castellini
Q: How can filmmakers best build this email list?
Start by having a structure to collect emails and add everyone you've ever met, categorizing them based on the type of projects you're likely to produce in the future.

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1. Ondi Timoner
2. Spade Robinson
3. Bri Castellini
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5. Jeremy Workman
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7. Heather Kinlaw Lofthouse
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