Business of Film

In this episode, writer-producer Todd Friedman and director Andy Palmer break down the full journey of making an independent film, from personal story to festival premiere and distribution. They share insights on writing and producing Last Shot, casting and working with actors like Jaime Pressly and Michael Rapaport, and navigating the realities of indie film financing, production, and post. The conversation also explores festival strategy, audience targeting, and how filmmakers can take control of marketing and distribution in today’s evolving landscape.

 

Last Shot will make its world premiere as the opening night film at the Dallas International Film Festival on April 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM at the Texas Theater.

 

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How do TV procedurals actually get made? Award-winning showrunner Alan McCullough pulls back the curtain on writers’ rooms, script development, and what it really takes to build a career in television. From Stargate to Private Eyes and The Spencer Sisters, this is a practical, insider look at how TV writing works.

 

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In this episode, seasoned publicist Angie Power (Route 504 PR) shares how publicity shapes the success of a film from development through release.

With over 25 years of experience, she breaks down the role of press strategy, the difference between publicity and marketing, and how the media landscape has evolved. From film festivals to social media and influencer outreach, this conversation explores how films gain visibility in today’s industry.

A must-listen for filmmakers looking to better understand how their work reaches an audience.

 

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4 of our BEST conversations on film. You don't want to miss this!

 

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What actually works on YouTube right now?

 

Ryan Prunty (1.7M+ subscribers) and MrBeast writer Casey Creveling unpack the real strategies behind growth — from retention and consistency to AI, monetization, and why most creators never break through.

 

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