The real horror of filmmaking? Unsafe sets. Learn practical indie film set safety tips and near-miss stories from Indie Film Podcast.

Why do certain sounds make your skin crawl? From deep, invisible rumbles to piercing screeches, fear in film isn’t just emotional, it’s biological. This guide breaks down the psychology of sound in film and reveals how indie filmmakers can harness low frequencies, silence, and dissonance to trigger primal fear, tension, and atmosphere in their own sound design.

What makes a horror film terrifying before you ever see the monster? The sound. In this episode of Indie Film Podcast, Chuck and Victoria unpack the secrets of indie film sound design, from eerie silences and low-frequency growls to clever DIY tricks that bring your stories to life. Learn how to use sound to build tension, emotion, and atmosphere on any budget.

Indie film writing tips: Learn how to use dramatic irony to create suspense and tension without blowing your budget.

Learn how to write compelling scenes by studying horror films. Ten classic setups every writer can use in any genre.

AI is changing contracts. Here’s why “in perpetuity” clauses can put actors and filmmakers at risk, and how to protect your work.

Bad contracts can sink good films. This episode of Indie Film Podcast dives into the legal pitfalls every indie filmmaker should avoid.

From Hitchcock’s Psycho to TikTok teasers, FOMO has always fueled film marketing. Here’s how indie filmmakers can use it today.

Most indie films flop online because of weak marketing. Here’s how to promote an indie film before it’s too late.

Unexpected costs can break your indie film. Learn how smart indie film budgeting helps you survive budget emergencies and finish strong.

Indie film fundraising is tough. Ep. 32 of Indie Film Podcast explores failures, scrappy fixes, and lessons for every filmmaker.

Indie filmmakers often juggle every role. This episode explores the challenges of being both an actor and producer in indie film.

What’s it really like to take a film from script to screen when you’re the writer and director? We dive into the chaos of wearing every hat.

Amanda Woods shares the highs, lows, and hacks of juggling roles on an indie film crew, from practical effects to Cannes deadlines.

Being a one-person film crew isn’t glamorous, but it’s often necessary. Here’s how indie filmmakers survive doing it all.

Doing it all isn’t a badge of honor, it’s a recipe for burnout. Here’s how to survive skeleton crew shoots without losing your mind.

We're taking a summer break! But first, July 4th film trivia, hot takes, and movie facts you didn’t ask for (but will definitely enjoy).

What happens when your lead can’t act and your budget is $0? We talk casting friends, directing mistakes, and saving it in post.

Rent? Buy? DIY? We break down budget filmmaking gear, real regrets, and what we’d do with just $2K to build an indie film kit.

Planning your next indie shoot? In this no-fluff breakdown, we walk through how to create an effective indie film shot list—even if you're short on time, money, and crew. Learn what goes in, what you can skip, and how to prep your camera team without losing your mind.