First Time Filmmakers...Take NoteWhether you&8217rea first-time independent filmmaker or a passionate storyteller finally ready to take the leap, Making Your First Feature Film: What I Wish I Knew Before I Started is your no-nonsense, behind-the-scenes guide to navigating the wild world of indie filmmaking.Written in a friendly, conversational tone, this book doesn&8217tsugar-coat the process. Instead, it offers real, practical advice drawn from firsthand experience&8212misakes made, lessons learned, and insights gained from wearing many hats in the industry, from producer to sales agent to marketer.You&8217lllearn about:- What it really takes to produce a film on a tight budget- How to work with (and avoid being taken advantage of by) sales agents and distributors- What to expect from the film market, revenue models, and those elusive &8220Minmum Guarantees&8221 Why it&8217scrucial to plan your sales and distribution strategy before you shoot a single sceneThis isn&8217ta dry textbook or a glossy &8220howto&8221from someone who hasn&8217tbeen in the trenches. It&8217sa candid, encouraging resource packed with tips, warnings, and practical steps to help you avoid the common pitfalls of first-time filmmaking.If you&8217reready to take your vision from script to screen&8212andactually have a shot at selling it&8212thi book is for you.