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No-Budget Filmmaking is a podcast about the art of making films no matter how small the budget. Hosts Alex Darke & Trevor L. Nelson sit down and talk about the latest trends, coolest gadgets, and ultra top secret filmmaking techniques. Want more cool stuff from Alex and Trevor? Visit Filmmaking Central and Cinema Summit. Plus, join the Fearless Filmmakers community to meet other independent filmmakers like yourself and start the independent revolution!

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Los Angeles, CA

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No-Budget Filmmaking is a podcast about the art of making films no matter how small the budget. Hosts Alex Darke & Trevor L. Nelson sit down and talk about the latest trends, coolest gadgets, and ultra top secret filmmaking techniques. Want more cool stuff from Alex and Trevor? Visit Filmmaking Central and Cinema Summit. Plus, join the Fearless Filmmakers community to meet other independent filmmakers like yourself and start the independent revolution!

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English

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Episodes
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NBF 061: Mastering the Interview Shoot

11/24/2020
Interview style shoots can be seen across a wide range of projects. And they aren't just for documentaries or reality shows... In this episode, Alex and Trevor discuss why mastering the interview shoot is a good move for beginning (and even intermediate) filmmakers looking to build experience and income within the industry.

Duration:00:49:45

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NBF 060: Navigating The Film Challenges

11/17/2020
Many of us have done the 24, 48, or 100-hour film challenges, but what are some ways you can master the art of making shorts under pressure? We talk about it in this episode!

Duration:00:46:19

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NBF 059: Brand Yourself!

11/3/2020
Branding is an important part of any business, and your brand as a filmmaker is no different. In this episode, Alex and Trevor discuss things to think about when creating your own personal or professional brand.

Duration:00:59:54

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NBF 058: The Rise of Premium VOD

10/13/2020
With the term "blockbusters" taking on a new form during quarantine, are we going to see a rise in this new PVOD window that is emerging from major studios like Universal and Disney?

Duration:00:59:25

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NBF 057: Building an Audience for Broader Projects

10/6/2020
We've all heard the advice of building an audience. This is pretty straight forward for things like documentaries or films that center around a very specific niche topic, but what about all the other movies that aren't "topical"? In this episode, Alex and Trevor discuss the often daunting task of trying to build an audience for a broad genre indie film. Get the show notes for this, and all episodes, at https://nbf.filmmakingcentral.com

Duration:01:01:50

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NBF 056: Short-Form & The Death Of Quibi

9/29/2020
Have you ever heard of Quibi? You have? Did you try it? No. In this episode, we discuss short-form content in all its varieties as well as broach the subject of why Quibi failed. Get the show notes for this, and all episodes, at https://nbf.filmmakingcentral.com

Duration:00:48:29

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NBF 055: Get A Grip!

9/22/2020
It's time to get a grip on... grip! That's right, Alex and Trevor are exploring the vast world of grip gear in this episode and uncovering some of the most common and most useful grip tools you'll come across on set. Get the show notes for this, and all episodes, at https://www.nobudgetfilmmaking.com

Duration:00:49:11

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NBF 054: Avoid Making Your Movie Look Cheap

9/15/2020
In this episode, Alex and Trevor discuss different mistakes one should avoid, lest your movie look cheap... Ah yes, it's a common conundrum. No-budget filmmakers want to spend as little as possible while making the movie look as big as possible. But it's hard to do that! We cover the key mistakes to avoid so that your film looks like a million bucks.

Duration:01:07:04

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NBF 053: Current Trends in Filmmaking

9/8/2020
Alex and Trevor discuss some of the trends that are currently popping up in the film industry. Everything from Instagram to Gimbals, nothing is sacred. Get the show notes for this, and all episodes, at https://www.nobudgetfilmmaking.com

Duration:00:53:07

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NBF 052: 3 Things We Would've Done Differently

9/1/2020
There's no time to wallow in past mistakes, but hey, we're quarantining, so all we've got is time! Listen to Alex and Trevor discuss the 3 things that they would've done differently on their filmmaking journey, had they known better. You can get the show notes for this, and all episodes, at https://www.nobudgetfilmmaking.com

Duration:00:40:00

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NBF 051: Augment Your Reality

8/25/2020
In this episode, Alex and Trevor discuss the latest and greatest in Augmented Reality for film production. We've seen it in the hit series "The Mandalorian", but how can you utilize these advanced techniques in your indie films? Get the show notes for this, and all episodes, at https://www.nobudgetfilmmaking.com

Duration:00:49:43

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NBF 050: NBF Returns - The Future of the Film Industry and this Podcast

8/18/2020
Alex and Trevor discuss where they've been, why they went on a hiatus from the show, and how things have changed now that they are back. They also discuss the future of the film industry in a post-COVID world and how movie theaters, VOD platforms, and filmmakers will be affected.

Duration:00:41:21

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NBF 049: SELL SELL SELL!!!!!!! Your Movie

4/23/2019
As a No-Budget Filmmaker, your job doesn't stop once the final edit is done, you need peepers to see your hard work! How do you go about marketing your film to make sure the maximum number of people not only know about it but can't wait to see it? Alex and Trevor walk you through all the different ways you can get the word out for low to no money and make sure that this film won't be your last. In this episode, we discuss: WHAT'S...

Duration:01:40:48

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NBF 049: SELL SELL SELL!!!!!!! Your Movie

4/23/2019
As a No-Budget Filmmaker, your job doesn't stop once the final edit is done, you need peepers to see your hard work! How do you go about marketing your film to make sure the maximum number of people not only know about it but can't wait to see it? Alex and Trevor walk you through all the different ways you can get the word out for low to no money and make sure that this film won't be your last.

Duration:01:40:48

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NBF 048: I Like To Move It, Move It - Creating Movement In Your Frame

4/16/2019
There is nothing worth than a static shot of talking heads, so how can you take a mundane scene or shot and add a little spice? By adding movement! Whether it is moving your camera or moving your actors, Alex and Trevor break down how to keep your audience engaged and liven up any shot. In this episode, we discuss: WHAT'S...

Duration:01:23:03

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NBF 048: I Like To Move It, Move It - Creating Movement In Your Frame

4/16/2019
There is nothing worse than a static shot of talking heads, so how can you take a mundane scene or shot and add a little spice? By adding movement! Whether it is moving your camera or moving your actors, Alex and Trevor break down how to keep your audience engaged and liven up any shot.

Duration:01:23:03

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NBF 047: The Joy of Casting (With Bob Ross)

4/4/2019
Directors often say that the most important work they do is casting, so how do you find the perfect actors for your project. Alex and Trevor break down all the different ways you can discover the next movie star and talk about how the casting process is moving towards a new process in the digital age. In this episode, we discuss: WHAT'S...

Duration:01:16:13

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NBF 047: The Joy of Casting (With Bob Ross)

4/4/2019
Directors often say that the most important work they do is casting, so how do you find the perfect actors for your project. Alex and Trevor break down all the different ways you can discover the next movie star and talk about how the casting process is moving towards a new process in the digital age.

Duration:01:16:13

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NBF 046: A Brief Update and a Question for our Listeners

3/28/2019
This episode is LATE! And it's not a true blue episode... But, today, Alex and Trevor give a brief update into what they are doing, why this episode is so lame, and ask the listeners to submit their filmmaking questions and ideas for future podcast episodes. In this episode, we discuss: WHAT'S...

Duration:00:27:14

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NBF 046: A Brief Update and a Question for our Listeners

3/28/2019
This episode is LATE! And it's not a true blue episode... But, today, Alex and Trevor give a brief update into what they are doing, why this episode is so lame, and ask the listeners to submit their filmmaking questions and ideas for future podcast episodes.

Duration:00:27:14