Focus On

Focus On


Latest Episodes

Episode 7: Concepts
April 14, 2015

Join Micah and Zack as they discuss True Detective, Mad Men, and what makes a good film concept. andnbsp; Shownotes: Zach and Zack interview with Mark Ricche True Detective Season 2 Teaser Interview with Terry Rossio The Ins

Episode 6: Feedback
April 07, 2015

As a follow up to last week, Zack and Micah talk about getting feedback on your script, the difference between good and bad feedback, and how to apply the good kind to your script. They also cover the new season of Community

Episode 5: 1st Draft
March 31, 2015

Micah and Zack talk about writing, finishing a first draft, and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. andnbsp; Shownotes: Fade In screenwriting software Unbearably Fierson Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt Every Frame a Painting: Akira Kurosaw

Episode 4: Crowdfunding
March 24, 2015

Micah and Zack draw on their experience of three successful crowdfunding campaigns to break down what made them successful, and what they learned along the way. andnbsp; Shownotes: Michigan Student Film Festival Con Man Indi

Episode 3: Music
March 17, 2015

Special guest Nathan McFarland joins Zack and Micah to talk about what went wrong with Chappie and scoring independent films. andnbsp; Shownotes: Bagmen - A short film directed by Nathan McFarland Weekend Read - an app for reading screenplays Shadow 1

Episode 2: Influences
March 10, 2015

This week, Micah and Zack go on several tangents, but finally get around to talking about influences and why theyre important to think about. andnbsp; Links from the show: On Writing by Stephen King

Episode 1: Collaboration
March 05, 2015

In the first ever episode of Focus On, Micah and Zack talk about collaborating on a feature film from a development and writing standpoint. Join us as we explore the creative process from the eyes of an indie filmmaker, with all the heartache,  stories,

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