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From Script to Screen Building an Indie Horror Film — Michael Kuciak The Big Hammock Podcast

1 h 7 min · 24. Apr. 2026
Episode From Script to Screen Building an Indie Horror Film — Michael Kuciak The Big Hammock Podcast Cover

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In this episode of The Big Hammock Podcast, filmmaker Michael Kuciak breaks down the real process of building an indie horror film from the ground up. From writing and pre-production to casting, budgeting, shooting, and post — this is a raw conversation about what independent filmmaking actually demands.If you’re a film student, aspiring director, indie producer, or horror creator trying to figure out where to start — this episode is for you.We talk about:• Developing a script into a producible film• Building a team with limited resources• Financing and budgeting an indie project• Navigating production challenges• Turning a vision into a finished filmNo gatekeeping. No Hollywood gloss. Just the reality of creating independent cinema.Whether you’re studying film, planning your first shoot, or grinding through post-production — this conversation gives you insight into the practical and mental side of indie filmmaking. Subscribe for more conversations with independent filmmakers, actors, musicians, and creators building from the ground up.Welcome to The Big Hammock Podcast an independent creator-driven platform built for filmmakers, musicians, actors, producers, and culture builders who are doing it without the safety net of the traditional industry.Based in Ocala, Florida, The Big Hammock Podcast delivers long-form, in-studio conversations focused on the real mechanics of building a creative career from independent film production and horror filmmaking to touring music, entrepreneurship, and regional storytelling.No scripts.No corporate filters.No gatekeeping.

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