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Dan Mirvish

Cheerful Subversive's Guide to Independent Filmmaking

Cheerful Subversive's Guide to Independent Filmmaking

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Award-winning film director Dan Mirvish provides comprehensive advice on filmmaking, covering financing, casting, shooting, and showcasing indie features, documentaries, and more. He shares insights from industry luminaries and includes new chapters on pandemic filming, crowdfunding, and getting a Hollywood agent.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 278 pages
\n Publication date: 06 July 2021
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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In this comprehensive and extensively revised second edition, acclaimed film director and co-founder of the Slamdance Film Festival, Dan Mirvish, offers invaluable guidance on every facet of the filmmaking lifestyle and craft. Drawing from his extensive experience and expertise, he delves into the intricacies of playing the Hollywood game, providing insights on securing financing, casting, shooting, and showcasing your indie feature, documentary, episodic series, short film, student film, web video, or big-budget blockbuster.

Renowned for his cheerful subversiveness, Mirvish has garnered wisdom from a constellation of film luminaries, including Robert Altman, Christopher Nolan, Emma Thomas, Steven Soderbergh, Rian Johnson, Whit Stillman, Harold Ramis, Lynn Shelton, John Carpenter, Ava DuVernay, the Russo Brothers, Bong Joon-ho, Sean Baker, and many more. This revised edition boasts brand new chapters covering essential topics such as navigating the challenges of filming during a global pandemic, securing investors and crowdfunding backers, exploring the merits of attending film school, navigating the complexities of self-distributing your film, even to airlines, attracting an Oscar®-winner to star in your project, and transforming your garage into a nostalgic 1980s New York subway.

To enhance your learning experience, the extensive companion website at www.DanMirvish.com offers an abundance of supplemental videos, behind-the-scenes footage from Dan's films, and exclusive bonus materials. Whether you're a aspiring filmmaker or a seasoned professional seeking to expand your knowledge and skills, this comprehensive guide is a treasure trove of invaluable insights and practical advice. So, embark on your filmmaking journey with confidence, armed with the knowledge and guidance of Dan Mirvish, and let your creativity soar to new heights.

\n Weight: 418g\n
Dimension: 152 x 228 x 30 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780367566975\n
Edition number: 2 New edition\n

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