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Send a text HAPPY NEW YEAR! Welcome back! In this EP, Dave has some fun with SFX while discussing the dynamic between director & cinematographer. He asks you to be aware of the type of director you are wired to become... The award winning director also talks about a couple of films he watched over the holidays and claims one is the BEST film he has seen in years. Check it out. Dave's awar...

Send a text "Tis the season" so this one is short but so very important for you, the director of an award winning feature film! You're the leader so all eyes will always be on you which means your actions will dictate company morale.  Dave's award winning feature film "THE HIKE" is exclusively on Vimeo to stream or purchase. Link -  www.vimeo.com/ondemand/thehikemovie...

Send a text This EP is all about communicating with actors - part deux. Filmmaker Dave offers up a few more nuggets of wisdom for you to consider during production on your award winning feature film! Cyber Dad makes an early appearance then quickly gets the hook from the filmmaker so we can get down to business. He pops up again in the end. In the words of Eddie Money - "You can't keep a...

Send a text This EP is all about communicating with actors. Filmschool grad/award winning filmmaker Dave Fugett offers up four gems of wisdom for your consideration when working with actors and actresses. He also shares intimate glimpses into a couple of situations he has had to deal with and ultimately overcome which have made him the friend, husband, father and filmmaker he is today. Dave's...

Send a text This EP opens with the latest accolades for THE HIKE and finally, the last word on auditions with a confession from the award winning filmmaker. Next, Dave jumps into Production with his number one key to making a successful feature film.  Oh, and the drinking game continues.... Dave's award winning feature film "THE HIKE" is exclusively on Vimeo to stream or purchase. L...

Send a text Back from the roadtrip! Best film of the year? Filmmaker Dave Fugett recommends....? In this EP, the mailbag prompts further discussion about auditions. The filmmaker offers up a great tip when it comes to casting your award winning feature film. He also suggests turning this EP into a drinking game....LOL!!! Dave's award winning feature film "THE HIKE" is exclusively on...

Send a text We're back! Season Three is all about Production. Just shoot the damn thing! But, with this one Dave backtracks just a bit and talks about auditions and rehearsals. Yes, auditions are in pre-production but recently the director of THE HIKE has had a couple of personal audition stories he wants to share with you as examples of what NOT TO DO when you ask actors to audition for your...

Send a text This episode continues the discussion about casting.  Filmmaker Dave shares a few stories about Actor Dave's trials and tribulations as an actor for hire on Backstage. And, finally, the 3 websites where a filmmaker looking for actors can post their projects. Dave's award winning feature film "THE HIKE" is exclusively on Vimeo to stream or purchase. Link -  www.vimeo...

Send a text In this episode award winning filmmaker Dave Fugett talks casting.  He cast his film "THE HIKE" and both leads and a supporting (himself) have won acting awards for their performances at various film fests. Dave's award winning feature film "THE HIKE" is exclusively on Vimeo to stream or purchase. Link -  www.vimeo.com/ondemand/thehikemovie   Facebook - www.fac...

Send a text Pre-Production continues. One word to describe this episode - Contracts! Not pretty but an essential listen for filmmakers. Dave's award winning feature film "THE HIKE" is exclusively on Vimeo to stream or purchase. Link -  www.vimeo.com/ondemand/thehikemovie   Facebook - www.facebook.com/neverhikealone Website - www.thehikemovie.net Instagram - www.instagram.com/filmmak...

Send a text In this one, Dave talks about breaking down a script. Yes, a time consuming chore but it has to be done during pre-production.  Dave's award winning feature film "THE HIKE" is exclusively on Vimeo to stream or purchase. Link -  www.vimeo.com/ondemand/thehikemovie   Facebook - www.facebook.com/neverhikealone Website - www.thehikemovie.net Instagram - www.instagram.com/fil...

Send a text Award winning filmmaker Dave Fugett begins this ep with a PSA followed by an announcement the Instagram page is up and available. Then he talks pre-production on your feature film specifically separating all the scenes in your script into locations and creating a shot list including transitions. New to shots and their creative power? Dave pimps a 3 volume book that provides you with al...

Send a text In this episode of FAFP, Dave talks about funding your award winning feature film. Got your budget, found funding, now it's time to set the production dates.  Start and finish. But first, you must ask a question - how long is it going to take to shoot your film? Dave weighs in with a few tips to consider. Dave's award winning feature film "THE HIKE" is exclusively o...

Send a text In this episode, Dave closes out the discussion about putting together a budget with a chat about props, adding a contingency to the back end for misc. expenses and asks the question "What are you going to do about post sound? DIY or post house?" He also mentions a special video on the Vimeo site for THE HIKE and answers two emails from listeners. One email elicits a passiona...

Send a text Award winning filmmaker Dave Fugett continues the chat about putting together a budget for your feature film. He talks about the strategy and cost of shooting pick-up shots and then asks the question "How much money are you going to pay your cast & crew?" Dave offers a few options for that money sucking vampire which will undoubtedly chew up most of your budget.  He also...

Send a text We're still putting together a budget for your award winning feature film and in this episode Dave talks about the cost of feeding your cast and crew as well as lodging options if you need to put folks up for multiple nights. He also tells you about the golden rule of filmmaking he learned in filmschool. Dave's feature film "THE HIKE", the most awarded film you have...

Send a text In this ep Dave chats about unexpected costs at the location for THE HIKE. He gives you things to think about when your scouting locations. Then he talks about another expense you may have on your feature film that has to do with wardrobe.  He also gives you an amazing tip when it comes to wardrobe. Dave's feature film "THE HIKE", the most awarded film you haven't s...

Send a text Filmmaker Dave Fugett talks about a few more things you can spend your money on, if you choose to do so - top of the line computer, a pro designed poster, a drone shot and maybe a bit of CGI? Hmmmm.... Dave's feature film "THE HIKE", the most awarded film you haven't seen is exclusively on Vimeo to stream for $1.99 or purchase for $4.99 Link -  www.vimeo.com/ondeman...

Send a text In this ep, we complete the discussion about crewing up for your feature while chatting about an editor and an on set photographer. Dave shares a couple of "dirty little secrets" as well as the advantages of making your film later in life.... just like Dave did.... Dave's feature film "THE HIKE", the most awarded film you haven't seen is exclusively on Vim...

Send a text In this ep, Dave continues to discuss crew members you may or may not need when you produce your film. Also included, a piece of advice for those wanting to both shoot and direct that first feature film. Hint? DON'T DO IT! Lol!!! The Ryan Prunty vid featuring Dave -  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8LO3vWbZM8 Dave's feature film "THE HIKE", the most awarded film yo...

Send a text This week Dave talks about crewing up. Assemble your crew and begin to prepare for production. He also cleans up a few thoughts from Episode Three. Dave's award winning feature film "THE HIKE" is exclusively on Vimeo to stream or purchase. Link -  www.vimeo.com/ondemand/thehikemovie   Facebook - www.facebook.com/neverhikealone Website - www.thehikemovie.net  Some episode...

Send a text This week Dave continues the discussion about using songs in your film. What does a Music Supervisor do and how to get one. The award winning filmmaker gets passionate and gives tidbits of wisdom about actually using music in your film. Dave's award winning feature film "THE HIKE" is exclusively on Vimeo to stream or purchase. Link -  www.vimeo.com/ondemand/thehikemovie...

Send a text This week Dave talks mindset, weapons, insurance and using that song...you want so bad...in your movie. Dave's award winning feature film "THE HIKE" is exclusively on Vimeo to stream or purchase. Link -  www.vimeo.com/ondemand/thehikemovie   Facebook - www.facebook.com/neverhikealone Website - www.thehikemovie.net  Some episodes recorded remotely using Alitu. Edit your p...

Send a text We're back! The script is finished. Now what? Time to start pre-production on your award winning feature film!  In this ep, Filmmaker Dave Fugett has a few suggestions on what to think about first in the beginning of your filmmaking journey. Dave's award winning feature film "THE HIKE" is exclusively on Vimeo to stream or purchase. Link -  www.vimeo.com/ondemand/the...

Send a text Award winning filmmaker Dave Fugett talks about Oscar nominations for writing, gives tips about the re-writing process and pimps an amazing program for creative writers which is a must have for screenwriters. Dave's award winning feature film "THE HIKE" is exclusively on Vimeo to stream or purchase. Link -  www.vimeo.com/ondemand/thehikemovie   Facebook - www.facebook.co...