What does a $5.99 indie film rental actually earn the filmmaker? In this episode, I break down the economics of TVOD and show where the money goes after the streaming platform and distributor take…
What makes a film investor say yes to an indie movie? In this episode, I break down the things investors look at when evaluating a film investment, including the screenplay, budget, genre, cast and…
What business decisions should an indie film producer make before day one on set? In this episode, we break down the big-picture decisions that can determine whether your movie has a real shot in the…
Can you tell if an indie film will sell in the first five minutes? In this episode, Tom Malloy explains the key signals distributors and sales agents look for during a pitch—from your hook and artwork…
Will AI replace filmmakers? In this episode of Hollywood Business Explained, I break down why I believe AI will become one of the biggest tools filmmakers have—not their replacement. We look at past…
What makes a distributor say "yes" to an indie film? In this episode of Hollywood Business Explained, Tom Malloy breaks down the real acquisition process and the three things distributors often…
How does the money actually flow through an independent film? In this episode of the Filmmaking Stuff Podcast, Tom Malloy explains the economics of filmmaking, including production budgets,…
Do movie stars still sell movies? In this episode, Tom Malloy explains how distributors and international buyers really evaluate cast value, why only a small percentage of actors actually move the…
Can a $100,000 indie film make money? In this episode, I break down the realities of today's micro-budget film business, why distribution matters as much as production, and what separates profitable…
In this episode, Tom Malloy breaks down some of the biggest myths and realities of raising money for movies. From whether a great script can raise financing to the truth about film festivals, wealthy…
