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09
Jun
The Return of Meaningful Media
In early 2025, we experienced two very different movies with two very different outcomes. Netflix’s The Electric State landed
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06
Jun
When and How Film Investors Get Paid
"Film investing is too risky." I hear this daily from potential investors, usually followed by "When would
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02
Jun
Stories as Cultural Infrastructure
Stories can divide or unite across generational lines, but successful ones tap into universal truths that transcend age.
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26
May
The Hero Generation Rises
This is part four of a series on The Fourth Turning for Filmmakers. Read parts 1-3 here.
Now we'
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23
May
Make Movies People Want To Buy
Too many filmmakers chase personal expression and wonder why buyers won’t return their calls. Here’s what the best indie producers do differently.
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21
May
May 2025 Live Call - Replay
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19
May
Where We Are In The Cycle
History doesn't repeat, but it rhymes. For those paying attention, the verses of our current historical poem are becoming unmistakable.
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16
May
How To Host Film Investor Events
The film industry is built on relationships. More specifically, the independent film industry is built on relationships with investors.
But
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13
May
The 80-Year Rhythm of History
For filmmakers and investors navigating today's complex market, understanding generational dynamics is crucial. This second chapter explores how
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09
May
How We’re Greenlighting Films Through Producer Fund I
There's a massive gap in the family film market that most investors are missing.
While major studios chase
7 min read