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This is One of the Top Models Where Indie Films Reliably Make Money in 2025/2026
At Cannes this year, one thing I heard consistently in meetings was how AVOD is becoming a major focus in terms of sales and profitability for indie films and that was the buzz at AFM as well. I made ...
Is Section 181 Expiring This Year?
Tons of filmmakers have come to Sara Elizabeth lately worried and confused about Section 181, which is set to expire this year, so she wanted to address those concerns here in hopes to bring some unde...
The Biggest Mistake Most Filmmakers Make with Film Distribution
Most filmmakers make the same mistake: they save marketing and distribution for last.
But success starts before the cameras roll.
For Sara Elizabeth, one of the greatest gifts in her career came fro...
How to Make Your Film Look Several Times Over Your Budget
When Sara Elizabeth made her first feature film Lake Effects, people thought it had a multi-million dollar budget. Spoiler alert: it didn’t.
In this video, she shares how she pulled it off—making mov...
Candid Advice from 2 Real Film Investors
We had a record-breaking turnout of passionate filmmakers for our last Power Hour! We spoke with 2 film investors on what grabs their attention, why they invest in the films they do, how they evaluate...
Ready to Reset for 2025? Sara Elizabeth Shares Her Tips for Starting the New Year Strong
The holidays are over, and Sara Elizabeth is diving into her favorite part of the season—gearing up for an incredible new year!
In this video, she shares how she’s reflecting on the past year, settin...
Are you Having a Hard Time Getting Investors?
You might be thinking, "am I ever going to get an investor for my film," - right? It comes down to hooking them and demonstrating to them that you have their back and are doing all you can to minimize...
Advice From Our Working With & Directing Actors Power Hour
At our Power Hour, Kym Jackson (Actress, Producer, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide for Actors, Founder of The Secret Actor's Society) gave some parting words on bridging the gap between actors ...
Inspiring Advice from Quantum Leap Executive Producer Deborah Pratt
Hear Deborah's advice in the clip above!
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Inspiring Advice from TV Executive & Writer Kelly Edwards
Hear Kelly's advice in the clip above!
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