Clapboard Jungle: Surviving the Independent Film Business

A sober, inside-baseball look at the grind behind low-budget filmmaking, more instructive and wearying than glamorous.

Directed by

Justin McConnell

Genres

Documentary

Starring

Tim League, Guillermo del Toro, Michael Biehn

Tagline

In the film business, dreams take work

Overview

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.

How it feels

Measured and needs your attention.

About

Work, ambition, art, survival

Content

Mild sexual content and language. No violence or gore.

Note

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