Filmmaking with Dean Meadows /The Big Hammock Podcast

Independent Filmmaking with Vilan Trub: The Big Hammock Podcast

Subecribe to our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@thebighammockpodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@thebighammockpodcast] What is “Mamochka… and why is everyone calling it disturbing? On this episode of The Big Hammock Podcast, we sit down with the director of the indie horror film Mamochka to break down the story, the meaning behind the title, and how this dark film came to life.This isn’t your typical horror movie…It’s psychological. It’s unsettling. And it sticks with you.If you’re into indie horror, dark stories, and real conversations with filmmakers, this is a must watch.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.Just honest conversations about craft, mindset, and the grind.

The Future of Indie Film Streaming with Bryan Louzil of Mometu The Big Hammock Podcast

Subcribe to our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thebighammockpodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@thebighammockpodcast] Bryan Louzil of Mometu joins The Big Hammock Podcast for a conversation every indie filmmaker and movie fan should hear.In this episode, we talk about filmmaking, independent movies, the challenge of getting your work seen, and how platforms like Mometu are creating opportunities for filmmakers outside the traditional Hollywood system. Bryan shares insight into the streaming world, what Mometu is about, and why independent films still matter. If you are a filmmaker, actor, writer, producer, or just someone who loves discovering movies outside the mainstream, this episode is for you. The Big Hammock Podcast is all about independent creators, real stories, filmmaking, music, comedy, and the people building something from the ground up. Watch the full episode, drop a comment, and let us know what you think about the future of indie film and streaming.Subscribe to The Big Hammock Podcast and help us keep building a home for independent creators.

Microbudget to Streaming Director Stefan van de Graaff | The Big Hammock Podcast

Subcribe to our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@thebighammockpodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@thebighammockpodcast] Tonight on The Big Hammock Podcast, we sit down with writer/director Stefan van de Graaff for a conversation about indie filmmaking, creative risk, and what it really takes to bring a film to life.Stefan is known for Simmer (2020) and One of Us (2026), and in this episode we get into the real process behind making films, building momentum as an independent creator, and pushing a project from idea to screen. IMDb lists him for Simmer, I Can’t Be Sorry, and One of Us, while recent podcast coverage describes Simmer as a micro-budget feature that landed on HBO Max and One of Us as his newer film starring Kit Connor.If you’re into filmmaking, indie cinema, behind-the-scenes stories, and honest talk about the creative grind, this is an episode you’ll want to watch all the way through. We talk about the challenges, the breakthroughs, and the reality of making films in today’s landscape. Recent interviews also describe One of Us as a mystery-horror project that premiered at the Manchester Film Festival.Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe to The Big Hammock Podcast for more conversations with filmmakers, artists, and creators.#TheBigHammockPodcast #StefanvandeGraaff #IndieFilm #Filmmaking #DirectorInterview #BehindTheScenes #Simmer #OneOfUs #KitConnorAffiliate link: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/thebighammockpodcast

Founder of Lokekey Productions, Will Adams, on The Big Hammock Podcast

Subcribe to our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@thebighammockpodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@thebighammockpodcast] Tonight on The Big Hammock Podcast, we’re talking with Director Will Adams about his new movie Tube-E Movie — a satirical comedy that takes aim at streaming culture, digital distribution, and the independent filmmaker hustle. Public film listings describe the movie as written, directed, and produced by Will Adams, with a streaming release on February 6, 2026, and Buffalo 8 lists cast including Adele Givens, Damon Williams, and Brandall Cole.In this episode, we get into the creative process behind the film, the reality of indie filmmaking, and what it takes to build a movie in today’s content-driven world. Tube-E Movie has been described as a chaotic, meta comedy built around film characters rebelling inside their own movie, which makes this a great conversation for filmmakers, comedy fans, and anyone interested in how independent creators are navigating the modern streaming era.If you love independent film, behind-the-scenes stories, and hearing how creators bring bold ideas to life, this is an episode you do not want to miss.Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe to The Big Hammock Podcast for more conversations with filmmakers, artists, and creators.#TheBigHammockPodcast #WillAdams #TubeEMovie #IndieFilm #Filmmaking #Buffalo8 #ChicagoFilm

Filmmaking with Dean Meadows /The Big Hammock Podcast

Subcribe to our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@thebighammockpodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@thebighammockpodcast] HAVE YOU CHECKED OUT THE FILM THAT ASKS THE QUESTION, “WHAT IF JASON STATHAM BATTLED CHRISTOPHER LEE’S DRACULA?!?!”It’s the burning question on everyone’s mind, and BayView Entertainment has the answer!Don’t believe us?! Check this out:https://youtu.be/8C4EHHkhAWgBetter yet, check out the ENTIRE film right NOW, on these finer streamers:AMAZON US: https://www.amazon.com/Dracula-Rise-Vampire-Dean-Meadows/dp/B0GMMFFWHM/ref=sr_1_2AMAZON UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dracula-Rise-Vampire-Dean-Meadows/dp/B0GMM9RLKR/ref=sr_1_10FANDANGO AT HOME: https://athome.fandango.com/content/browse/details/Dracula-Rise-of-the-Vampire/4903043