How I made a Micro Budget Feature on Weekends with Tobias Jon

A GREAT EPISODE TO WATCH NEXT: https://youtu.be/D140KQvguzI?si=T8nn-GpQETj7XyzC #indiefilm #filmmaking #indiefilmmaking #filmmaker #filmpodcast 00:00 Introduction to Tobias 00:20 Gifted Pain 03:21 How did the film come together? 08:32 Shooting a feature on weekends 09:07 How did Tobias fund the film? 11:05 Waiting for funding 11:27 Budget range 13:29 Working with investors 13:57 Where to watch Gifted Pain 14:48 What does Tobias wish he’d known when he started his first feature film? 17:54 Taking on every role 20:16 Letting go of editing 21:08 What was the hardest day on set? 25:08 Stock footage? 25:54 How did Tobias handle music? 27:22 Nightclub scenes 29:07 Finding the right composer 29:48 Working with Indie Rights - other Sales and Distribution options 34:14 Sales Agents fishing for deals 34:50 Physical release DVD and Blu-ray In this episode, I sit down with filmmaker Tobias Jon to talk in depth about the making of his debut feature film, Gifted Pain. Tobias breaks down how the film came together from idea to release, including the realities of shooting a feature film on weekends, balancing creative roles and pushing a project forward while waiting for funding. We dive into the indie filmmaking process in detail, from funding a low-budget feature, working with investors and setting a realistic budget range, to handling music, finding the right composer, and navigating challenging production days on set. Tobias also shares what it was like taking on multiple roles during production and what he wishes he’d known before starting his first feature film. The conversation also covers independent film distribution, including sales agents, alternative distribution options, working with Indie Rights, and releasing a film on DVD and Blu-ray. This episode is packed with practical advice for independent filmmakers, first-time feature directors, producers, and anyone interested in how indie films actually get made, financed, and released. REAL TALK FOR ASPIRING FILMMAKERS The Honest Filmmaker is your go-to resource for navigating the real-world challenges of micro-budget and indie filmmaking. Hosted by award-winning filmmaker Jim Eaves, we delves into the nitty-gritty of independent film production. From securing funding and managing tight budgets to distribution strategies and building a sustainable career, this is unfiltered advice and practical tips from professionals who have been in your shoes. Whether you're a recent graduate, a career changer, or an indie filmmaker determined to make your mark, The Honest Filmmaker equips you with the tools, insights, and honest guidance to thrive in the world of independent cinema. Find out more at: https://thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk