The Filmmaking Stuff Podcast

European Film Market Recap

The European Film Market is a crucial event in the international film industry, and this year it was bigger than ever.
In this episode, Tom Malloy shares the trends, deals, and tactics that work today, including some thoughts on why distributors have started producing their own content.

How To Navigate The European Film Market 2023

The European Film Market (EFM) is a key Berlin International Film Festival event.
The EFM is one of the world’s largest and most influential film markets, providing an opportunity for filmmakers, producers, buyers, and sellers from all over the world to come together and do business.
In this episode, film producer Tom Malloy shares his best advice on how to navigate the EFM.

Why Yes Plus Time Is No In Filmmaking

In this episode, we explore the idea that "yes plus time equals no" in filmmaking. In other words, you must take advantage of opportunities when they come up, or you may miss your chance and lose momentum. By following this advice, you can be more productive and produce more movies.

5 Things That Attract Movie Investors

Are you looking to meet people who can potentially invest in your next movie? You need to know what they're looking for. In this episode, we'll discuss five things that attract film investors and help you get your project off the ground!

AVOD Distribution Strategy: How It Works, Pros & Cons

With AVOD (advertising-supported video on demand), viewers can watch videos in exchange for watching advertising. This episode explores how AVOD works, the pros and cons of using this strategy, and some other tactics to consider.

Ep 264: How Movie Producers Spend Their Downtime

Do you know what movie producers do when they're not making movies? In this episode, we explore different ways movie producers spend their downtime. 

Ep 263: 3 Tactics For Networking In The Movie Biz

In this episode, motion picture producer Tom Malloy shares three networking tactics you can use to establish and make the most of your relationships in the industry. No matter what business you're in, networking is key to success. But in the movie business, it's especially important. By using these three strategies that Tom outlines, you'll be on your way to making great connections that will help you get your movie made.

Ep 262: 5 Tips For Attending The American Film Market

The American Film Market (AFM) is one of the largest and most important motion picture business events. It takes place each November in Santa Monica, California. This episode is for you if you are an independent filmmaker or want to get into the film industry. Tom Malloy shares five tips on making the most of AFM in it.

Ep 261: How To Calculate Per Screen Average And Other Box Office Tactics - With Tom Malloy

In this episode, Tom Malloy discusses theatrical distribution. He talks about box office analysis and how to calculate per-screen averages. This information can help you plan a theatrical release for your movie that makes business sense.
 
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Ep 260: 5 Facts Filmmakers Should Know About Theatrical Distribution

In this episode, Tom Malloy shares the five facts filmmakers should know about theatrical distribution. This is based on his next movie, which will be released in multiple theaters soon. 

Ep 259: Get Your Movie Into Theaters

When it comes to theatrical film distribution, there are a lot of different ways to get your movie in front of an audience. In this episode, Tom Malloy discusses the theatrical distribution strategy he's using for his upcoming feature film.

Ep 258: Filmmaking Success Motivation

In this episode, Jason Brubaker talks about filmmaker motivation. He discusses the importance of understanding your reason for making films and how to stay motivated even when life gets in the way.

Ep 257: 2022 Movie Distribution Trends

Movie distribution is constantly changing. In this episode, you'll get an overview of the current movie distribution trends for 2022. This information will help you decide how to distribute your movie.

Ep 256: What Is a MG In Film Distribution?

A minimum guarantee (MG) is the minimum amount of money a distributor will pay to acquire rights to a film. In this episode, film producer Tom Malloy explains the difference between a minimum guarantee and an advance, and how to improve your odds of negotiating a favorable MG with your next deal.

Ep 255: FIVE Powerful Tips For Negotiating A Film Distribution Deal

As an indie filmmaker, you know how important it is to get your movie distributed. In this episode, Tom Malloy shares five powerful tips for negotiating a fantastic distribution deal. So whether you're developing your next film or currently in festivals, these tips will help you.

Ep 254: How To Get Hollywood Meetings

Many film producers find it hard to meet with writers, directors, investors, and other Hollywood heavyweights. Sometimes the quickest way to get a meeting is by cold calling. However, no one likes cold calling. In this episode, we share a hack that can help you get the meeting.

Ep 253: What Does An Executive Producer Do?

The executive producer is the most important producer on a movie. They often provide the money and make decisions about how a movie gets made. In this episode, Tom Malloy shares his thoughts on why Robert Evans is the best producer of all time.

Ep 252: 5 Tactics For Networking Without Being Creepy

Networking is key to success in the movie business, but it can be tough to do without coming across as creepy. In this episode, Tom Malloy shares five tactics for networking in the movie business without being creepy.

Ep 251: Cannes Film Market: 5 Major Takeaways Every Movie Producer Needs To Hear

The Cannes Film Market is a great place for movie producers and insiders. This year, the market had some great things to offer for anyone looking to produce films. In this episode, Tom Malloy shares five of the most important ones.

Ep. 250: How to Apply Rich Dad Poor Dad Principles to Film Producing

Robert Kiyosaki is a famous author and investor who has written a lot about personal finance. In this episode, we talk about ONE of the important lessons he teaches in his book Rich Dad Poor Dad that can be applied to filmmaking.