the indie idiot

episode 10 - the directorial path

Today on episode 10, we chat with writer-director Michael Pizzano about his journey from cobbling together action figure home movies to directing films and pilots with legit budgets. Join us as we explore how every film is a learning (and humbling) experience, what you need to get started NOW, and why directors should DEFINITELY take an acting class. Find more from Michael at michaelpizzano.com [https://www.michaelpizzano.com/] *** This is episode was edited (poorly) by Justin Andrew Davis The Indie Idiot Theme Song written by Justin Andrew Davis and Connor Dylan, produced by Connor Dylan, with bass parts written and performed by Dr. Bones Cover logo by Tetiana Haidish What topics do you want to hear about? Message us @theindieidiot [https://www.instagram.com/theindieidiot] on Instagram, or at theindieidiot@gmail.com!

episode 9 - actors as filmmakers

Today on episode 9, we chat with multi-hyphenate actor-writer-filmmaker Louisa Erlich about whether or not actors should make their own films (spoiler alert: YES!!). We cover how her acting informs her screenwriting, what it's like to star in her own work, and what inspired her to get behind the camera for her feature film, Nobody's Home. Find more from Louisa at louisaerlich.com [https://www.louisaerlich.com/] *** This is episode was edited (poorly) by Justin Andrew Davis The Indie Idiot Theme Song written by Justin Andrew Davis and Connor Dylan, produced by Connor Dylan, with bass parts written and performed by Dr. Bones Cover logo by Tetiana Haidish What topics do you want to hear about? Message us @theindieidiot [https://www.instagram.com/theindieidiot] on Instagram, or at theindieidiot@gmail.com!

episode 8 - the one location film

Today on episode 8, we speak with writer/director Alec Sutherland about the advantages of shooting a one location film - which is exactly what he did for his upcoming short film, Low Hang Fruit! (Spoiler alert: I had the extreme privilege of starring in this beautiful little story about art and the lengths we'll go for it). So can you take your characters on a full journey in just a single place? Will the visuals bore the audience? How much will production thank for making their lives easier? Come find out with us! Find more on Alec at alecsutherland.com [https://alecsutherland.com/About] *** This is episode was edited (poorly) by Justin Andrew Davis The Indie Idiot Theme Song written by Justin Andrew Davis and Connor Dylan, produced by Connor Dylan, with bass parts written and performed by Dr. Bones Cover logo by Tetiana Haidish What topics do you want to hear about? Message us @theindieidiot [https://www.instagram.com/theindieidiot] on Instagram, or at theindieidiot@gmail.com!

episode 7 - mix and design: the sound of your world

Today on episode 7, we speak with audio engineer George Miata about how he creates and cleans up the soundcapes of film. Whether you're trying to figure out the sound of a monster with ten mouths or trying to clean up a dramatic screaming match, there are so many ways to enhance and amplify your world and story. Find George's work/hire him via By George Audio [http://bygeorgeaudio.com/]! *** This is episode was edited (poorly) by Justin Andrew Davis The Indie Idiot Theme Song written by Justin Andrew Davis and Connor Dylan, produced by Connor Dylan, with bass parts written and performed by Dr. Bones Cover logo is by Tetiana Haidish What topics do you want to hear about? Message us @theindieidiot [https://www.instagram.com/theindieidiot] on Instagram, or at theindieidiot@gmail.com!

episode 6 - coordinating safe intimacy

For episode 6, we sit down with actor, writer, and producer Amanda Jane Stern about working with an intimacy coordinator on her upcoming feature film, A Perfectly Good Moment! The film is an erotic thriller, and so it was critically important to Amanda that she create a safe working environment for her, her co-star, and the crew. Join us and we discuss the steps you can take as a filmmaker to tell honest, human stories while ALSO respecting, maintaining, and working within personal boundaries! Let's all practice safe storytelling out there, guys. Find Amanda on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/amandajanestern/]! *** This is episode was edited (poorly) by Justin Andrew Davis The Indie Idiot Theme Song written by Justin Andrew Davis and Connor Dylan, produced by Connor Dylan, with bass parts written and performed by Dr. Bones Cover logo is by Tetiana Haidish What topics do you want to hear about? Message us @theindieidiot [https://www.instagram.com/theindieidiot] on Instagram, or at theindieidiot@gmail.com!