Christopher Tempel
Indie Rebel: The Podcast for Independent Filmmakers
Indie Rebel will help guide you through what it really takes to make your own independent films in the current age of filmmaking technology. The information and tips have been battle tested by director Christopher Tempel through the production of five feature length films and countless shorts. Purchase your copy of "Indie Rebel: A Masterclass in Independent Filmmaking" here: https://tinyurl.com/vpx3epnu
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Christopher Tempel
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Dec 19, 2025
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Episodes
Build Your Own Scheduling App for Free 19.12.2025 19:18
In this episode we revisit scheduling once your actors are cast, and Director Christopher Tempel walks you through how he vibe coded his own scheduling app! Get the App: https://github.com/ChrisTempel/CineSched Sign It: xattr -c /Applications/CineSched.app Overview Video: https://youtu.be/UVjkRQHj8JU
Casting 12.12.2025 30:04
In this episode, Christopher Tempel shares his perspective on how to cast a film and shares tips and stories from past experiences.
Interview with Filmmaker Brett Harrison 25.11.2025 30:47
In this episode, filmmaker and actor Brett Harrison joins the podcast to talk about his new film, "Hamlet". From its origins in a vision to filming in Vancouver, Brett gives us an inside look at how he brought Shakespeare's classic to life!
Editing Computers 13.08.2025 38:14
In this episode, we break down what to consider when choosing a computer for editing your movie. Covers software, platforms and specs.
The Camera 25.07.2025 53:59
"What camera should I get?" is a question often asked by new filmmakers. In this episode, Director Christopher Tempel lays out what you should and shouldn't look for in a camera, as well as explains how to get a good image.
Adventures in Distribution (Where Has the Podcast Been?) 20.06.2025 27:01
Filmmaker Christopher Tempel discusses why the podcast had stopped and talks about navigating distribution with his new feature, "Leap: A Tale of the Last Days". Now Available on Amazon: http://bit.ly/4jIERpS
The Budget 14.03.2025 27:42
Today we go over things to consider when budgeting your indie feature film.
Scheduling 07.03.2025 21:24
In this episode, learn how to breakdown and schedule your indie feature, both by hand and with software.
A Filmmaker's Wife 28.02.2025 26:20
In this special episode, director Christopher Tempel interviews his wife, Karissa, about what it's like being married to an indie rebel.
Pre-Viz & Planning 21.02.2025 30:54
In this episode, director Christopher Tempel breaks down his pre-viz process. Learn how to board, exercises to think in terms of shots, software, techniques and and where to get free templates.
Writing the Script 14.02.2025 52:50
In this episode, director and filmmaker Christopher Tempel shares some of his tips and tricks for writing your first feature script. Includes a comprehensive breakdown of software and why we need it, handling writers block and more!
Crafting a Story 07.02.2025 42:00
In this episode, writer and director Christopher Tempel breaks down how he takes an idea for a movie and turns it into a story.
How I Made My Most Recent Film 31.01.2025 42:39
This episode covers the growth and transition from a $600 movie with no equipment to a current film with all the toys and the trials and tribulations you will still face even after producing a couple of feature films.
How I Made My First Feature Film (The $600 Film School) 24.01.2025 43:47
In this pilot episode, director Christopher Tempel recounts what it took to produce his first feature length film for just $600 in the summer of 2007. He covers the good and the bad in hopes of inspiring you to bring your vision to life. Filled with behind the scenes stories, tips and hacks to help you make your first movie.
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