Film·2020·15·1h 38m

Clapboard Jungle: Surviving the Independent Film Business

Documentary

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.

Directed by Justin McConnell

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12 credited

Tim League
Tim LeagueSelf
Guillermo del Toro
Guillermo del ToroSelf
Michael Biehn
Michael BiehnSelf
Jovanka Vuckovic
Jovanka VuckovicSelf
Sid Haig
Sid HaigSelf
Paul Schrader
Paul SchraderSelf
Tom Savini
Tom SaviniSelf
George A. Romero
George A. RomeroSelf
Larry Fessenden
Larry FessendenSelf
Lloyd Kaufman
Lloyd KaufmanSelf
Heather Buckley
Heather BuckleySelf
Uwe Boll
Uwe BollSelf

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