Ty Leisher is a filmmaker who discovered his one true calling at an early age. Although someone tried to convince him to do something else, he's stayed true to what he wants and is pursuing his passion on a daily basis.
Read More »Film Fervor: Episode 97 – Age of Consequences
Jared Scott joins me again to talk about his latest project Age of Consequences which will premiere at the Hot Docs Canadian Film Festival.
Read More »Film Fervor: Episode 96 – The Bomb
The Bomb is a documentary by filmmaker Smriti Keshari that tells the story of the clear and present danger of Nuclear War and how it impacted the world.
Read More »The Beauty of Low Budget
Low budget film making is one of the greatest tools in the indie filmmaker arsenal. Many of the great filmmakers of our times started out with next to nothing, and in some cases actually nothing, to start their careers. While those films may look somewhat dated to today’s standards (UHD, …
Read More »Film Fervor: Episode 95 – Scythe
Jim Rothman is a perfect example of someone adapting their business strategy to fit the needs and desires of their fans. He started out acting, many years ago, and while he couldn’t get all of the bookings he wanted, he began to realize he could build a career behind the …
Read More »Gravitas Ventures – Indie Film Distribution
Today, I’m joined by Dan Fisher, the Senior Director of Acquisitions at Gravitas Ventures, and he’s here today to talk about film distribution in the independent world. I’m going to put up some of the questions I asked Dan and I hope that you all listen in and see what …
Read More »Film Fervor: Episode 93 – Zombie with a Shotgun
Zombie with a Shotgun is a web series that's being turned into a Feature Film by the amazing creator Hilton Ariel Ruiz. I spoke with Kyle Hester about it, as he'll be acting and producing the film. Exciting times.
Read More »Film Fervor Wiki for Indie Film
Film Fervor Wiki One of the things I’ve noticed, which should be addressed, is that a lot (most) indie films don’t have their own Wiki pages. A Wiki is a collaborative page with crowd-sourced information about a particular topic. The goal of the Film Fervor Wiki is to provide a …
Read More »Film Fervor: Episode 92 – Malevolent
Malevolent is the first animated horror film made in America. It stars Morena Baccarin (Deadpool, Gotham, Firefly), Ray Wise (Twin Peaks, Robocop, Agent Carter), Bill Moseley (The Devil’s Rejects, Texas Chainsaw Massacre II), Dani Lennon (Bite Me), William Shatner (Star Trek, Boston Legal). Don’t let the all-star cast blind you …
Read More »Film Fervor: Episode 91 – The Burbs
The Burbs is an audio drama created by Liane Moonraven about the town of Clarington and the supernatural events that take place there. Based on true events.
Read More »Indie Filmmakers are Entrepreneurs
Being an independent filmmaker means you have to wear a lot of hats. The most important one you can wear isn't a storyteller, it's an entrepreneur.
Read More »Film Fervor: Episode 90 – Oliver Park
Oliver Park's directorial debut, Vicious, has won multiple awards and was nominated for many more. His new film, Still, looks to break that number entirely.
Read More »Film Fervor: Episode 89 – Cary Anderson
Extra School is a short comedy that's world premiere is at First Glance Film Festival. It stars Robert Picardo and Bruce Davison.
Read More »Film Fervor University
The Film Fervor University is a place for independent filmmakers to learn, teach, and grow their community of followers, fans, and supporters.
Read More »Film Fervor: Episode 88 – Gatekeepers
Joey Sorrentino of My Little Rascal Productions is a very exciting person to watch out for in the future. His breakthrough film Gatekeepers is about to launch an Indiegogo campaign to get the initial funding needed to shoot the amazing project. He has the right attitude for indie film, with …
Read More »Giving Back to the Indie Community
Hello everyone, The 1 year anniversary of the Film Fervor Podcast (Subscribe Here) is just around the corner and I’ve been honored to meet some amazing filmmakers in that time. I’ve had the privilege of promoting amazing projects, talking to awesome people, and making some real friends along the way. …
Read More »Film Fervor: Episode 87 – Blackthorne
DANIEL BLACKTHORNE is spiraling. His son has been killed, and his marriage is ending as he struggles to find himself. His new partner, JORDAN FOX, is an ambitious young up and comer looking to prove himself to those around him, including his father – the Chief of Police. Blackthorne and …
Read More »She’s Dead – Review
Hello everyone Kevin with Film Fervor bringing you the second movie review in a long list to come. Today we are going across the pond and reviewing Nick Box’s ultra low budget British film She’s Dead, a dark horror comedy staring Alexander Lewis, Julian Seager, Jamie Smith and Serena Chloe …
Read More »Crowdfunding Tips for indie films
Preface Crowdfunding has become an essential tool in the growth and production of independent films across the world. There are literally hundreds of thousands of films being pitched on dozens of various crowdfunding sites across the internet and with that volume of requests for funding, you need to stand out …
Read More »Why Independent Films Matter
Independent Films matter for a host of different reasons. They drive industry, give voices to those who have something to say, and explore new ideas.
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