r/FILMPRODUCERS

I'm writer/director on a SAG ultra low budget feature going into production in October, budget just over 100k. I am also producer, out of necessity. This is new territory for me. I'm currently based in Los Angeles, and we're shooting in Massachusetts.

I'm really trying to figure out how I might be able to bring another producer on to work with me on it. I'm going a little stir-crazy right now as a largely solo operation. I'm not actually looking for someone to raise money, which is going pretty well. But I've reached a point where I feel caught in my own echo chamber. There's a lot to do and I also feel like I'm playing catch-up on what even needs to happen, let alone how to do it.

I'm seeking someone to share planning and conversation/choices in this next stretch, and potentially beyond. (& if you have a clue about MA tax credits that would be a bonus.) Current compensation is going to exist but be low (1k? 2k?), along with credit I'm happy to work out together, and some ownership or back-end.

You can see the deck here, and I'm happy to chat, answer questions, etc.

Thanks all

Had some really great reception here to the trailer and if anyone wants to see the film its available here

I sent my first feature script to a manager / junior producer. She is interested to represent me and also produce it (meaning looking for producing partner, investors, casting etc

She basically said the script and all underlying rights remain entirely mine. Her role would be to take the project out - shape the strategy with me, approach producers and potential producing partners, financiers, sales/distribution, casting and other relevant parties and rep the project in those conversations. And nothing would ever be agreed or committed to without my approval and I remain attached to direct.
If the film gets made, she wants credit + fee + share of net proceeds - to be agreed and papered later on.
She wants an initial 12-month term with reasonable protection around introductions and work generated during that period.

Is it a normal procedure? Don’t I have to ask her some money? As I guess I couldn’t reach other producers so I could lose 12 months if she doesn’t find money.

We hired PR Rep AJ Feuerman after she was recommended by our distributor, and unfortunately the experience was extremely disappointing.

From the beginning, there was very little engagement with us as filmmakers. AJ never made any real effort to meet with us to understand the film, our goals, or how we wanted the campaign positioned. She missed two scheduled meetings in a row, explaining that she had overslept for one and forgotten the other. That lack of attention became representative of the entire engagement.

The campaign itself produced very limited results. We saw minimal trailer views, very little meaningful placement, and only a small number of reviews. There was virtually no proactive communication, strategy discussion, or sense that the campaign was being actively managed. The only time she seemed consistently engaged was when it came to arranging payment.

For an independent film, every marketing dollar matters, and this was one of the poorest investments we made. Based on our experience, I would not hire her again and could not recommend her to other independent filmmakers. A terrible, terrible hire, it would have been more beneficial for me to just burn the cash we paid, at least, it would produce some fleeting heat.

I’ve been line producing and supervising foreign productions in Thailand for 15 years, including KING THE LAND and PRICE OF CONFESSION for Netflix and MADE IN KOREA for Disney+. Figured this sub might have questions about how production actually works here, so ask away.

Some things people usually want to know:

The rebates. Thailand has three separate programs — one for foreign productions, one for local productions, one for post production. Knowing which one you qualify for can change your whole budget.

Film permits and how long they really take.

The visa and work permit process for foreign crew.

What specific line items cost compared to the US or Europe.

Shooting in the islands and what that actually takes logistically.

Since everyone asks this one: Thai crews work in English on foreign productions. Communication is not the problem people expect.

No question is too small. I’ll answer everything in the comments.

One of the most constant thing in working with less experienced or new directors is what they think they can get shot in a day, vs the ‘law of gravity’ reality of what actually happens on a set.

What are some ways of getting a realistic shot list out of a director who thinks they are different and can get 60 shots in a day?

Edit: thanks for all the great advice and suggestions here. I really appreciate everyone’s insight and takes.

Hi my name is Malcolm Kewa I am a screenplay writer from Papua New Guinea.

I picked up writing in 2024 aside from my 9 to 5 job as an IT Systems Analyst.

I write in all genres from series to feature films.

I have posted my work on social media under my brand 31st Scripts, please see the link attached to my Instagram page called 31st Scripts

Any writers want to collaborate I would be more than happy to discuss further, DM or email thirtyfirstscripts@gmail.com and let me know if any production company representatives or producers

I'm majoring in Creative Producing, but I'm not really interested in becoming a filmmaker. I'm much more interested in the business side of entertainment, especially TV/film development, distribution, acquisitions, production companies, studios, and eventually working in an executive role. I'm considering adding Business and/or Communications if I can, and eventually getting an MBA. For current students/alumni or people who work in the industry, how good is Dodge for getting into these areas? Does the Creative Producing program actually give you opportunities to get internships and connections in development and distribution, or is it mostly geared toward people who want to produce/make things themselves? Would you recommend Creative Producing for someone with these goals? And if you went to Dodge, did you feel like the network actually helped you get into the industry? I'd especially like to hear from people who went into development, distribution, studios, networks, or the business side of entertainment rather than filmmaking. If all else fails, there's still time to try to transfer, but my freshman GPA is 3.6 so its unlikely

I’m 36, and looking to get on the action of helping to make films in Tampa, Florida. As a PA, or anything else. Films are my passion, and I’d like to make a career out of it. I’ve been looking for work, but to no avail.

Logline: When attendees of a remote screenwriting workshop start getting murdered the same way characters die in famous twist-ending movies (including Psycho and Hide and Seek), they must use their twist-ending film knowledge to suss out the identity of the killer--before they breathe their last.

Background: What if M. Night Shyamalan held a remote screenwriting retreat about how to write twist-ending movies and then attendees began dying like the deaths in famous twist-ending movies? That question was the genesis of Twist Ending. I researched and watched over 300 twist-ending movies in preparation for writing this feature murder mystery script.

Why I'm Posting It Here: I have no film experience and am seeking a producer. The story all takes place at a Texas ranch and only contains 13 characters, so the budget could be kept very low. And the film references and concept will attract twist-ending movie fans and ensure a healthy return on investment.

Script Length: 100 pages, reads very quickly.

Script Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1q5XFV9X6p6YEgNfDYxnEDph1p9ZalAeF/view?usp=drive_link

Hwy, I’m in the middle of producing an indie pilot for a mystery/thriller, and I would love to work with another producer to help with some of the work load.

As of right now, we have a cast and portions of the crew like director, camera operator….etc.

We haven’t received funding yet, but we are in the process of that.

If you’re interested, dm me.

And, if you have any questions, I’d love to answer them.

Thank you so much! Have a great day!