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What would you do if you were 45 years old, had $10,000 saved, and had spent years trying to break into filmmaking?
That’s the question I threw at filmmaker, founder of One Grand Film, and upcoming VIP Film and TV Summit presenter, AJ Rome, on this episode of the Indie Film Coach.

His answer?
https://youtu.be/BxYGhzpqTJw
https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-wh2g6-1b3b317

Stop chasing the mythical person who is going to discover you, finance you, or finally give you permission to make your movie.
Think strategically.

Instead of spending $10,000, $50,000, or even $150,000 on a short film, sizzle reel, or proof of concept hoping someone says yes, ask a different question:
What movie can I make right now that moves me toward the career I actually want?

AJ and I get into:
• Why filmmakers can lose a decade chasing one project
• Why a finished feature changes the conversation
• Why waiting for financing can sometimes be fear disguised as strategy
• Why your first movie does NOT need to be your masterpiece
• Why failure is part of building a real filmmaking career
• And why sometimes you need to make the movie that gets you to the movie that gets you to your dream movie

You don’t need permission to become a filmmaker.
You need to make films.
Watch the latest episode of The Indie Film Coach with AJ Rome.
Then get out there and make your movie.
https://youtu.be/BxYGhzpqTJw
https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-wh2g6-1b3b317

#IndieFilmCoach #IndependentFilmmaking #Filmmaking #FilmCareer #MakeYourMovieYour filmmaking career may not be stuck because you lack money. It may be stuck because you’re waiting for permission.

Your film doesn't need another excuse. It needs a funding strategy.
Most filmmakers don't abandon their projects because they lack talent or passion. They stop because they can't figure out how to finance the movie. But film funding isn't about stumbling across one wealthy investor who magically believes in your dream - it takes a plan, an investor-ready project, and the confidence to work the network already around you.

That's why we're hosting a free live web class with actor, producer, and film-funding expert Tom Malloy, who has helped raise more than $30 million to produce feature films.

FREE WEB CLASS: A New Approach to Financing Feature Films

Saturday, August 1, 2026
10 AM Los Angeles
12 PM Chicago
1 PM New York

➔ REGISTER FOR SATURDAY’S FREE WEB CLASS
https://www.filmmakingstuff.com/indiecoach

Talking to investors too early could actually make your film harder to fund.

The industry tells filmmakers to start networking immediately. But conversations without leverage often lead to silence, rejection, and burned opportunities.

So, when should you approach potential partners? The answer may be later than you think.

Listen to learn what you need in place before making that call.
https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-y7dm4-1b0e72e

Longer answer here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/stop-pitching-your-film-too-early-ron-newcomb-jidtc

#FilmFinancing #IndependentFilm #FilmProducer #Filmmaking #IndieFilm

Filmmaking rewards bold vision, but it punishes sloppy leadership.

As a former cop turned filmmaker, I’ve learned one rule matters more than almost anything else:

Keep me & my team out of jail!

Read the full article here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/make-your-film-all-cost-ron-newcomb-kdqae

That means protect the money. Protect the crew. Get the paperwork right. Tell the truth. Respect the risk.

A great movie is not worth your freedom, your reputation, or someone else’s safety.

Here are top reasons producers get in trouble and how you can prevent this from happening to you and your team.

#Filmmaking #IndependentFilm #FilmProducer #FilmBusiness #Leadership

Filmmakers, this is one you should not miss.

https://www.filmmakingstuffhq.com/fshq/distribution-funding/web-class/

This Saturday, June 20th at 1 PM Eastern, my friend Tom Malloy is teaching a free webinar on film funding.

Tom has raised over $30 million and produced over 30 feature films. I also had the privilege of producing a movie with him, so I can say this firsthand: he knows what he’s talking about.

In my opinion, Tom is one of the best coaches in the business when it comes to helping filmmakers understand how to raise money the right way.

And the fact that he’s doing this for free? That’s a real opportunity.

If you’re trying to get your film funded, stop guessing and learn from someone who has actually done it over and over again.

Sign up for free and be there this Saturday.

And while you’re at it, you can also sign up for my free event on the business side of filmmaking: the VIP Film & TV Sales Summit.

We’ll have 10 industry professionals teaching over five days, plus a bonus day on Saturday, all focused on helping filmmakers better understand the business side of film and television.

You can sign up free here: https://www.vipfilmandtvsummit.com/

#FilmFunding #IndieFilm #Filmmaking #FilmProducers #FilmBusiness

If you are a filmmaker, I would love to have you check out my next FREE online event.

I'm bringing back the VIP FILM & TV SUMMIT!

https://www.vipfilmandtvsummit.com/

I would welcome you checking it out - letting me know your thoughts, and sharing if you find it valuable.

Thx!

THIS may be the best article I've written for those of us who are trying to get a film made.

I know why you are stuck. I've been in the hole. But, I also know how to get you unstuck!

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/crossing-chasm-indie-filmmakers-guide-getting-unstuck-ron-newcomb-12pze