by Colin McCormack | Nov 21, 2023 | Filmmaker Resources, indieBlog, Interviews
When documentarian BILLY LUTHER wanted to move from unscripted to narrative filmmaking, he took inspiration from his coming-of-age as a Navajo, Hopi, and Laguna Pueblo child. Tied to those formative years was the distinct lack of Native American representation in film... 
by Colin McCormack | Apr 24, 2023 | Filmmaker Resources, indieBlog, Interviews
Like many indie filmmakers, FRANKLIN RITCH made a proof-of-concept to help sell his vision of a potential feature debut. Unlike a lot of other proofs-of-concept like sizzle reels or trailers, the scene Ritch shot made it into the final product; in fact, it encompasses... 
by SAGindie | Feb 28, 2023 | Filmmaker Resources, Indie News, indieBlog
Life is busy – you’re celebrating Black History, Super Bowls, Valentines, and Angela Bassett doing the thing. It can be tough to stay up-to-date on all the latest film industry news, profiles, analysis, and advice. That’s why we’ve curated some essential reads... 
by Colin McCormack | Jan 19, 2022 | Filmmaker Resources, indieBlog, Interviews
In an industry rife with gatekeeping, actor/filmmaker SUJATA DAY took the reins of her career by collaborating with like-minded artists and creating her own content. Acting professionally since the early aughts, Day’s career got a jumpstart with the rise of New... 
by Colin McCormack | Nov 18, 2021 | Filmmaker Resources, indieBlog, Interviews
The last time we spoke with JUSTIN CHON, he was riding high off the release of his second feature as actor/director, the Sundance Award-winning Gook. In the following years, Chon returned to Sundance for his next directorial effort, Ms. Purple, continued acting in...