The MAKE IT Podcast

In this episode, Chris and Jason talk about whether or not it makes sense to ask a producer what their plan is to 100X your money and what the goal behind the question truly represents. Enjoy! Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on Instagram or Twitter @ _bonsaicreative #MAKEIT   Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.c...

"You have to take those opportunities to write, even if it's a small amount. I've found that five minutes turns to thirty." Priscilla Wise In this episode, Nick explores a piece of advice provided by writer Priscilla Wise. Something she calls "The Five Minute Rule." Enjoy! Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on Instagram or Twitter @ _bonsaicrea...

In this episode, Executive and Advisory Producers Christopher Barkley and Nicholas Buggs talk about why "Guilty Pleasures" exist and how Indie's can learn from them, the audience mistake that cost Quibi, how to approach film festivals in a virtual world, and how to mirror top streamers genre metadata. Enjoy! Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on Instagram...

In this episode, Jason and Chris talk about why investing in Independent Film is different from other types of investment and why we aren't inundated with film investment gurus.  Enjoy! Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on Instagram or Twitter @ _bonsaicreative ⠀⠀ #MAKEIT Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com...

In this episode of Industry insights, Nick goes deep on the advice given by the Writer/Director and podcast guest, Rasheena Nash. Enjoy! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on Instagram or Twitter @ _bonsaicreative ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #MAKEIT   Rasheena Nash (writer)   Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, we have a conversation with Writer/Director Tony Scott. We talk about his mid-life heart-change from finance to a filmmaker, how the Civil Rights movement inspired his storytelling, and why we have to protect the filmmaker's ability to tell stories about groups, races, and ethnicities outside their own. Enjoy! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai....

In this episode, Jason and Chris talk about what a business moat is, how a filmmaker can build one, and how an investor can spot a filmmaker or producer that is leveraging a moat.  Enjoy! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on Instagram or Twitter @ _bonsaicreative ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #MAKEIT   Links: The Adventures of Pluto Nash (film) Iron Man (film) Sean Baker (writ...

Hello, Indie Creatives!  In this week's episode, we introduce a new podcast series titled 'Industry Insights.' In this series, co-host Nicholas Buggs narrates insights from our blog posts that specifically relate to advice, tactics, and best practices posited by our wonderful podcast guests. For our premiere episode in the series, Nick expounds upon the idea put forth by actress Valeri...

In this episode, Jason asks Chris to give some examples of bad and good answers to the "Why You, Why Now, and Why This Film" questions. Enjoy! Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on Instagram or Twitter @ _bonsaicreative ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #MAKEIT Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A Conversation with Valerie Jane Parker In this episode, we have a conversation with actress Valerie Jane Parker. We talk about the right reasons to take a role, why it's crucial not to internalize audition feedback, the mistake of looking for early success, and how her late mother supported her career from day one. Enjoy! ⠀⠀ Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on...

In this episode, Jason and Chris continue their conversation from last week and get to the heart of the other three "Why's" of film investment. Enjoy! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on Instagram or Twitter @ _bonsaicreative ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #MAKEIT Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Advisory and Executive Producers Christopher Barkley and Nicholas Buggs discuss why the industry thinks Tenet is a flop, the differing roles of and values managers and agents provide Indie Creatives, and new tips and tactics to grow your audience. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Enjoy! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on Instagram or Twitter @ _bonsaicreative ⠀...

In this episode, Chris and Jason discuss what to look for in Producers and Directors pitching a project, and they provide a short introduction into the "Four Why's" of investing.  Enjoy!  Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on Instagram or Twitter @ _bonsaicreative ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #MAKEIT Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: http...

In this episode, we have twice the fun in a conversation with filmmakers and creative multi-hyphenates, Dycee Wildman and Sarah Saturday. We talk about hosting The Defy Film festival Online, how to thrive in an apocalypse, and the most important technical elements of a Horror film. Enjoy! Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on Instagram or Twitter @ _bonsaicreative ⠀⠀⠀...

In this episode, Jason and Chris talk about the best kind of film projects to invest in and why you shouldn't be scared off by "crazy" filmmakers with "crazy" ideas as long as the execution of the concept is sound.  Enjoy! Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on Instagram or Twitter @ _bonsaicreative #MAKEIT Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.c...

In this episode, Advisory and Executive Producers Christopher Barkley and Nicholas Buggs talk about Christopher Nolen's Tenet and Disney's Mulan's release models. We also discuss the concept of "Produce where you are" updated for 2020 and why newly defined web-series and digital content are aligned with Indie Film and creators' future. Enjoy! Questions or Comments? Reach ou...

In this episode, Jason and Chris discuss from an investor and filmmaker perspective what macro terms and red flags to look for when negotiating a buyer or distribution deal.  Enjoy!  Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on Instagram or Twitter @ _bonsaicreative. #MAKEIT Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, we have a conversation with IMDb Top 50 Talent Agent Teri Ritter. We talk about the challenges of representing child talent, the best methods for getting an agent, and how your social media approach can make or break your acting career. Enjoy! Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on Instagram or Twitter @ _bonsaicreative. #MAKEIT   Links: Ritter Talent...

In this edition of the Film Investment Series, Jason and Chris talk about why you should look for long-term players in producing and filmmaking and which types of buyers are best if you do invest.  Enjoy!  Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at  contact@bonsai.film  or on Instagram or Twitter @ _bonsaicreative. #MAKEIT Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https...

In this week's episode, Executive and Advisory Producers Christopher Barkley and Nicholas Buggs discuss the role of foreign pre-sales in Indie Film, answer listener questions, talk about why the PGA and DGA back to set guidelines are so long, and share their thoughts on the passing of Chadwick Boseman. Enjoy! Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on Instagram or Twit...

In this edition of the Film Investment Series, Jason and Chris talk about what makes a project intriguing and why the investor needs to be in the client position.  Enjoy! Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at  contact@bonsai.film  or on Instagram or Twitter @ _bonsaicreative. #MAKEIT  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this week's episode, we have an incredibly valuable conversation with producer, writer, director Derek Estlin Purvis. We talk about why your equity financing should be close to zero, what it takes to be a good producer, and Derek shares a message of unity for the world.  Enjoy! Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at  contact@bonsai.film  or on Instagram or Twitter @ _bonsaicreative. #MAK...

In this episode of the Film Investment Series, Chris and Jason talk about why investors need to negotiate for some creative and decision-making control. Enjoy!  Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at  contact@bonsai.film  or on Instagram or Twitter @ _bonsaicreative. #MAKEIT Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this week's episode, Executive and Advisory Producers Christopher Barkley and Nicholas Buggs talk about AMC's plan to reopen, what Indie Creatives can learn from watching Indie Films, the reason Hamilton crushed all other shows in ratings, and why Netflix's most-watched show is The Office. Enjoy!  Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at  contact@bonsai.film  or on Instagram or Twi...

In this episode of the Film Investment Series, Jason and Chris talk about knowing how much to invest in an Indie Film. Enjoy!  Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at  contact@bonsai.film  or on Instagram or Twitter @ _bonsaicreative.   #MAKEIT Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy