This season of Truly Independent is supported by the Help Them See Foundation.Help Them See is a nonprofit dedicated to supporting feature films that inspire faith, hope, and connection. Learn how to get involved at helpthemseefoundation.org.Welcome to Season 3 of Truly Independent — I’m Garrett Batty, alongside my co-host Daren Smith. This season, it’s all about the script: from the first spark of an idea to a polished final draft, breaking it down for scheduling, budgeting, and ultimately shooting.In this episode, we zoom out from the page and look at the bigger business picture:Your film is not just a movie — it’s a product ecosystem.We talk about:How to stop thinking of your film as a single productUsing spark events/script readthroughs as investor & partner magnetsBuilding an email list and early audience before you ever hit “export trailer”Why profit = permission for your next projectHow studios think about IP, spin-offs, and long-tail exploitationThe three pillars every film needs: Production, Brand, and DistributionWe also share real-time behind-the-scenes from current projects like Brotherhood (a new musical feature), readthroughs for one of my heist comedies, and how those “invite-only” preview events are leading to real investor conversations.If you’re an indie filmmaker trying to build a sustainable career (not just survive one movie at a time), this episode is for you.🔑 Key TakeawaysYour movie is a storefront, not the only product.Think in terms of product ecosystems, not single SKUs.Spark events/script previews can generate feedback, fans, and funding.Your email list may be more valuable than your opening weekend.Every project needs strong Production, Brand, and Distribution to really be a product.The release is the beginning of exploitation, not the end.

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