Clapboard Jungle: Surviving the Independent Film Business

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Following five years in the life and career of independent filmmaker Justin McConnell, this documentary explores the struggles of financing, attracting the right talent, working with practical effects and selling the finished product in the hope of turning a profit. Featuring interviews with a range of industry luminaries, not only are technical aspects and interpersonal skills discussed but also the emotional stamina and little-known tips needed to survive in the low budget film industry.

Country:

Canada

Genre:

Documentary

Duration:

98 minutes

Year:

2020

Director:

Justin McConnell

Cast:
Tim League

Self

Guillermo del Toro

Self

Michael Biehn

Self

Jovanka Vuckovic

Self

Sid Haig

Self

Crew:
Justin McConnell

Director

Justin McConnell

Producer

Darryl Shaw

Producer

Kevin Burke

Editor

Justin McConnell

Editor