Clapboard Jungle: Surviving the Independent Film Business (2020)
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.
Cast
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
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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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Uwe Boll
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Todd Brown
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Jennifer Blanc-Biehn
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Justin Benson
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Yazid Benfeghoul
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Charles Band
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