Clapboard Jungle: Surviving the Independent Film Business (2020)

In the film business, dreams take work

Directed by Justin McConnell1h 38mDocumentary

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.

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15
Year
2020
Country
CA
Language
English
Release date
26 March 2020
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Tim League
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Guillermo del Toro
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Michael Biehn
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Jovanka Vuckovic
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Sid Haig
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Paul Schrader
Paul Schrader
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Tom Savini
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George A. Romero
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Larry Fessenden
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Lloyd Kaufman
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Heather Buckley
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Uwe Boll
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Todd Brown
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Jennifer Blanc-Biehn
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Zack Bernbaum
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Justin Benson
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Yazid Benfeghoul
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Charles Band
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Patricia Chica
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Jessica Cameron
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Larry Cohen
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Dean Cundey
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Elijah Drenner
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John Fantasia
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Avi Federgreen
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Mitch Davis
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Marc Manus
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Dennis Widmyer
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