46s Film Making

How a $1.8 Million Setback Sparked my Film Distribution Career

Dustin Fairbanks Episode 12

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Spero Stamboulis left his regular job to dive into the world of TV and movies. He tells us about his unexpected switch from acting to producing, all thanks to a lucky break that happened during a location mix-up on set. This little incident helped him move into production, and he’s made nearly twenty films since 2007.

In this episode, we'll hear some cool behind-the-scenes tales and learn about the choices that help a movie succeed in the market. With digital platforms changing how films get to us, what do you think are the main challenges and chances for indie filmmakers today?