The Indie Film Survival Guide is a brutally honest, highly actionable roadmap for independent filmmakers who are tired of chasing unrealistic Hollywood dreams—and ready to take control of their careers.
Drawing from decades of real-world experience, this book pulls back the curtain on why nearly all indie films fail financially...
Inside, you'll discover:
- Why distributors won’t save you—and how to control your own reach
- What marketing really means in 2025
- How unknown creators are turning fans into funders
- The new star system: influencers, hybrids, and TikTok power
- Alternative paths to profit, from direct-to-fan to territory sales
- Case studies of indie film breakouts
- Tools, templates, and tactics you can use right now
Ted Chalmers is a veteran film distributor with over 35 years in the industry...